Beijing to Zaventem (PEK–BRU) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PEK–BRU is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air China and Hainan Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 4,937 miles in approximately 10h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 44 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 7 | 333 | 10h45 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 7 | 789 | 10h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PEK: CST · BRU: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Beijing, it's 12:00 PM in Zaventem.
Chinese passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Belgium. Apply at the Belgian embassy or a TLScontact visa centre in China. The short-stay visa (Type C) costs EUR 80 and allows stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Processing takes 15 calendar days, sometimes longer in peak season.
You will need a completed application form, two passport photos, travel insurance with EUR 30,000 minimum coverage, flight reservation, hotel bookings, and proof of funds. Bank statements from the last 3 months are standard. Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area and have at least 2 blank pages.
Airport Express train runs from Dongzhimen or Sanyuanqiao (Line 10) to the airport in 16–20 minutes (¥25). Trains run every 10 minutes from 6am to 11pm and connect directly to Terminals 2 and 3. This bypasses Beijing's severe road congestion reliably.Taxis from central Beijing (Dongcheng/Xicheng districts) cost ¥80–120 and take 40–90 minutes depending on traffic and time of day. Express buses (¥25–30) serve major city hubs. Note that PKX (Daxing) is Beijing's second international airport; confirm your terminal before traveling.
The Airport Express train to Brussels Central takes 17 minutes (€11.80) and runs every 15–20 minutes from 05:30 to midnight. The platform is in the basement of the terminal building, no separate transfer needed.Taxis to central Brussels cost €40–55. For Ghent, direct trains run via Leuven (€20, 1h 10min). For Bruges, change at Brussels Midi (€22, 1h 30min total). Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall. Flixbus and other coach services connect from the airport to several European cities.
Temperate oceanic climate with mild, wet conditions year-round. Winters (December–February) are grey and damp at 1–7°C. Fog and freezing drizzle occasionally cause morning delays at BRU. Snow is possible but rarely heavy enough to close the airport.
Summers (June–August) are warm at 18–25°C with occasional thunderstorms. The airport sees its most operationally stable weather in spring (April–May) and early autumn (September). Pack waterproofs regardless of season. Brussels averages 160+ rain days per year.
PEK–BRU Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PEK to BRU
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Brussels Airport (BRU) are connected by nonstop service from Air China and Hainan Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
PEK to BRU Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PEK to BRU ranges from 10 hours 10 minutes to 10 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,937 miles (7,945 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 17 return, totaling 31 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
44 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 15 hours via CDG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.