Beijing to Amsterdam (PKX–AMS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PKX–AMS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 4,890 miles in approximately 10h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 7 | 350 | 10h25 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Amsterdam from Beijing
| Metric | PKX→AMS | PEK→AMS |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PKX | – | 41 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | 12 |
| Flight time | 10h 25m | 12h 25m |
Travel Essentials
PKX: CST · AMS: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Beijing, it's 12:00 PM in Amsterdam.
Chinese passport holders require a Schengen visa to enter the Netherlands. The visa allows stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period and must be applied for at the Dutch embassy or a VFS Global centre in China. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone with at least two blank pages. ETIAS pre-travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches, but it will not replace the visa requirement for Chinese nationals.
Trains depart directly from inside the terminal (Schiphol Plaza) to Amsterdam Centraal every 10–15 minutes (15 min, €5.70). Direct intercity trains also serve Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Eindhoven without requiring transfers. NS Hispeed connects to Brussels (1h 50m) and Paris CDG (3h 20m).
Taxis use a meter; Amsterdam Centraal costs €35–50. Ride-hail apps (Uber, Bolt) are cheaper at €25–40. Car rental agencies are at the terminal. Bus 397 to Leidseplein is the budget option (€5.50).
Temperate maritime climate, mild and frequently overcast year-round. Winters are cold (0–7°C) with regular rain and occasional snow or freezing fog. AMS handles de-icing efficiently but heavy snowfall (rare) causes cascading delays across the network. Fog is the primary winter disruption risk, particularly November through February.
Summers are warm (17–24°C) with long days and moderate rain. Thunderstorms in July–August cause brief but sharp delays. Strong crosswinds from the North Sea affect small aircraft year-round. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season.
PKX–AMS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PKX to AMS
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PKX to AMS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PKX to AMS is about 10 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,890 miles (7,870 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Frankfurt Main, İstanbul and Shanghai Pudong. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Beijing (PEK).