A Basic Guide for Travelling from Phnom Penh to Beijing
Being the capital of the People’s Republic of China, Beijing has been the ruling land of several world-reckoned dynasties. Known as one of the six ancient cities in China, the place is a proud owner of unparalleled beauty and a keeper of ancient secrets. Starting from the Cambodian capital, you will need the travel information below for your flights from Phnom Penh to Beijing.
Flights from Phnom Penh to Beijing
The first thing you need to do to prepare for your journey is booking flights from Phnom Penh to Beijing. Since the air tickets may account for a large portion in your travel expenses, you should find a reliable ticket booking agency in Cambodia or online booking websites.
Your flight will depart from Phnom Penh International Airport and arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport in Beijing, and vice versa for the flights to Cambodia.
The average price for these flights are $404 with the flying time of around 7 hours and 20 minutes for non-stop flights. Cheap flights from Phnom Penh to Beijing are often available in October. To get better deals, you can visit the website of Cambodia Angkor Air – one of the top airlines that frequently offers cheap flights from Beijing to Phnom Penh and vice versa.
Beijing Airport Transfer
Beijing airport, also known as Beijing Capital International Airport, is the second busiest airport in the world. Located just 25 kilometers northeast of Beijing, this airport has three terminals with regular shuttle buses transporting passengers between these terminals. It is also accessible through any public transportation. The Beijing Subway Airport Express runs from Terminals 2 and 3 which takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are another option to be considered though it will take longer time (45 minutes to an hour) to carry you from the airport to the city.
Beijing Capital Airport Shuttle Bus
There are 18 regular airport shuttle bus lines operating between Beijing Capital Airport and Beijing downtown or suburban areas. Most bus lines operate at an interval of 30 minutes. In case the bus is fully seated, it can depart ahead of schedule. Line 6 and Line 13 may take longer waiting time. Passengers can buy tickets for the shuttle at the airport or some ticket offices in the downtown area.