Beijing Capital International Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
About 14h 47m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Beijing Capital International Airport
Beijing Capital International Airport is the busier of the two international airports serving Beijing, the capital city of China. The airport is located 32 km (20 mi) northeast of downtown Beijing, in an exclave of Chaoyang and the surroundings of that exclave in suburban Shunyi. The airport is owned and operated by the Beijing Capital International Airport Company Limited, a state-controlled company. The airport's IATA Airport code, PEK, is based on the city's former romanized name, Peking. The facility covers an area of 1,480 hectares of airport property. It was opened in 1958.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
ZBAALive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18L / 36R | 12,467 ft / 3,800 m | 197 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 01 / 19 | 12,467 ft / 3,800 m | 197 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 18R / 36L | 10,499 ft / 3,200 m | 164 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (14)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | BEIJING APP AREA 1 | 119.600 MHz |
| APP | BEIJING APP AREA 2 | 126.100 MHz |
| APP | BEIJING APP AREA 3 | 120.600 MHz |
| APP | BEIJING APP AREA 4 | 119.700 MHz |
| APP | BEIJING APP AREA 5 | 127.750 MHz |
| APP | BEIJING APP AREA 6 | 121.100 MHz |
| ATIS | BEIJING ATIS | 127.600 MHz |
| CLD | BEIJING DEL | 121.600 MHz |
| GND | GND EAST | 121.700 MHz |
| GND | GND WEST | 121.900 MHz |
| GND | BEIJING GND | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | BEIJING EAST TWR | 118.500 MHz |
| TWR | BEIJING WEST TWR | 124.300 MHz |
| TWR | RWY 01/19 TWR | 118.600 MHz |
Services & operations
Thunderstorms expected around the airport on April 3rd from 00:30 to 05:00, potentially impacting flight operations.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BEIJING | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| SHENYANG | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| ZBAAAP03S | Special use | CTR | GND | FL999 |
| ZBAAAR03 | Special use | Type 27 | GND | 12500 m MSL |
| ZBAAAP01S | Special use | CTR | GND | FL999 |
| ZBAAAP03N | Special use | CTR | GND | FL999 |
| ZBAAAP09 | Special use | CTR | GND | GND |
| ZBAAAP02S | Special use | CTR | GND | FL999 |
| ZBAAAP16 | Special use | CTR | GND | GND |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all China airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 中国尊大厦 | 1,732 ft | 151 ft | — |
| China World Trade Center Tower III | 1,083 ft | 105 ft | — |
| 国贸三期B | 971 ft | 98 ft | — |
| 三星大厦 | 853 ft | 151 ft | — |
| 北京奥林匹克塔 | 810 ft | 144 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 758 ft | 154 ft | — |
| 清华大学光华路校区 | 748 ft | 141 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 709 ft | 151 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Beijing Capital International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Beijing Capital International Airport?
The ICAO code for Beijing Capital International Airport is ZBAA, and its IATA code is PEK.
Where is Beijing Capital International Airport located?
Beijing Capital International Airport is large airport located in Beijing, China, at an elevation of 116 ft (35 m).
How many runways does Beijing Capital International Airport have?
Beijing Capital International Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 12,467 ft / 3,800 m.
Which airlines fly to Beijing Capital International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Beijing Capital International Airport include Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Algerie, Air Astana, Air Berlin, Air Canada, Air China, among 81 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Beijing Capital International Airport?
Historical data lists 203 nonstop destinations from Beijing Capital International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Beijing Capital International Airport in?
Beijing Capital International Airport is in the Asia/Shanghai time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Beijing Capital International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Beijing Capital International Airport is approximately 7.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Beijing Capital International Airport?
The nearest airport to Beijing Capital International Airport is China Aviation Museum Airfield (CN-0434), about 12.7 nm to the wnw, followed by Beijing Shahezhen Air Base and Beijing Tongxian Air Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Beijing Capital International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.