Beijing to Changsha (Changsha) (PEK–CSX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PEK–CSX is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air China, Hainan Airlines and Air Travel lead the route. The flight covers 844 miles in approximately 2h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China Also: NZ, ZH | 61 | 321, 738, 7M8, 919 | 2h08-2h50 | – | Star Alliance | NZ, ZH |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 42 | 32N, 333, 73H | 2h25-3h | – | – | – |
| A6 Air Travel | 7 | 320 | 2h30 | – | – | – |
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Changsha (Changsha) from Beijing
| Metric | PEK→CSX | PKX→CSX | TSN→CSX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PEK | – | 41 mi | 77 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 11 | 8 |
| Weekly flights | 230 | 179 | 72 |
| Flight time | 2h 40m | 2h 15m | 2h 25m |
Travel Essentials
PEK: CST · CSX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Beijing, it's 6:00 PM in Changsha (Changsha).
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.
Metro Line 6 runs directly from the terminal to the city centre and Changsha South Station (high-speed rail) in about 50 minutes for CNY 8–10. Taxis and DiDi queue outside arrivals; fares to downtown are CNY 80–130. Airport buses serve multiple city zones for CNY 20.Changsha South Station connects to a dense high-speed rail network; Guangzhou, Wuhan, and Beijing are within 3–4 hours. All major rental car brands maintain airport desks.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers (June–August) are hot and very humid at 30–36°C with heavy monsoon rainfall and regular thunderstorms causing delays. Winters (December–February) are cool and damp at 3–10°C. Changsha sees occasional light snow and ice that can disrupt ground operations despite mild temperatures.
Spring is rainy and overcast; autumn (September–October) is the most comfortable season. High humidity is a constant factor from May through September. Pack light, breathable clothing.
PEK–CSX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PEK to CSX
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) are connected by nonstop service from Air China, Hainan Airlines, Air Travel and China Southern Airlines. With 230 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PEK to CSX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PEK to CSX is about 2 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 844 miles (1,358 km). There are approximately 230 weekly flights outbound and 216 return, totaling 446 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Yan'an Nanniwan, Yantai Penglai and Changzhi Wangcun. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Beijing (PKX), Tianjin (TSN) and Datong (DAT).