Osaka to Beijing (KIX–PEK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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KIX–PEK is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air China, All Nippon Airways and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,095 miles in approximately 3h 33m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 14 | 321, 333 | 3h20-3h30 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| NH All Nippon Airways Also: ZH | 12 | 320, 333 | 3h30-3h35 | – | Star Alliance | ZH |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 5 | 73H | 3h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
KIX: JST · PEK: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Osaka, it's 5:00 PM in Beijing.
Japanese 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 visiting family or friends. 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.
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.
KIX–PEK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KIX to PEK
Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) are connected by nonstop service from Air China, All Nippon Airways and Hainan Airlines. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
KIX to PEK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KIX to PEK is about 3 hours 33 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,095 miles (1,763 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 34 return, totaling 68 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Gimhae, Incheon and Dalian Zhoushuizi. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.