Amsterdam to Beijing (AMS–PEK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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AMS–PEK is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. KLM and Air China lead the route. The flight covers 4,864 miles in approximately 10h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KL KLM Also: MU | 6 | 789 | 10h55 | – | SkyTeam | MU |
| CA Air China | 1 | 77F | 10h18 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Beijing from Amsterdam
| Metric | AMS→PEK | BRU→PEK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from AMS | – | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 13 | 14 |
| Flight time | 10h 55m | 9h 28m |
Travel Essentials
AMS: CEST · PEK: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Amsterdam, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Beijing.
Dutch passport holders enter China visa-free for up to 30 days under a unilateral policy extended through December 31, 2026. The visa-free entry covers tourism, business, transit, and family visits. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. For stays beyond 30 days or for work and study, a visa must be obtained from a Chinese embassy or consulate before departure.
Intercity and Sprinter trains run directly to Schiphol Plaza (the station is inside the terminal) from Amsterdam Centraal every 10–15 minutes (15 min, €5.70). The Intercity Direct from Rotterdam takes 43 minutes (€17.40 with supplement). Trains from The Hague take 35–45 minutes.
Taxis from central Amsterdam cost €35–50 and take 20–35 minutes. Highway A4 is frequently congested during morning rush. Bus 397 runs from Amsterdam Leidseplein to Schiphol (30 min, €5.50) for a cheaper landside alternative.
Airport Express to Dongzhimen takes 16 minutes (¥25) and connects to Metro Lines 2 and 13 for central Beijing. Running 6am to 11pm from T2 and T3. It bypasses road congestion regardless of traffic conditions.Taxis use the meter; central Beijing runs ¥80–120 from the airport. Didi ride-hailing is available and widely used. Airport express buses (¥25–30) serve multiple city zones. T3 (international hub) and T2 are connected by a free inter-terminal bus if not airside. Note: Beijing has two airports; Capital (PEK) and Daxing (PKX) are not connected by convenient transport.
Humid continental climate with cold, dry winters (−8 to 2°C) and hot summers (28–35°C). The primary flight disruption risks are winter fog and smog (November–February, heavily air quality-dependent), summer thunderstorms (July–August), and spring sandstorms from the Gobi Desert (March–May) that can reduce visibility rapidly.
Fall (September–October) brings clear skies and minimal disruptions. The 2022 Winter Olympics improved Beijing's snowfall preparedness. Fog and smog remain serious delay causes through winter.
AMS–PEK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AMS to PEK
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) are connected by nonstop service from KLM and Air China. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
AMS to PEK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AMS to PEK is about 10 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,864 miles (7,827 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Copenhagen Kastrup, Stockholm-Arlanda and Frankfurt Main. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Zaventem (BRU).