Beijing Capital International Airport Guide
PEK / ZBAA
Location
Beijing Capital International Airport (IATA code: PEK, ICAO code: ZBAA) is located approximately 15 miles (24 km) northeast of the center of Beijing, the capital city of China.
Passenger Traffic in Beijing Capital International Airport PEK / ZBAA
As China's aviation market continues to rebound, PEK is expected to regain its status as one of the world's busiest airports. Industry forecasts project PEK to handle over 120 million passengers annually by 2025, surpassing its pre-pandemic record.
Airport Facilities at Beijing Capital International Airport PEK / ZBAA
– 3 main terminal buildings (Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3)
– 7 runways, including the longest one at 14,563 feet (4,444 meters)
– Advanced air traffic control systems
– Extensive retail, dining, and passenger amenity options
– Internal train system for transfers between terminals
– Dedicated cargo terminals and facilities
– Maintenance and repair hangars
– Airport hotels and other supporting infrastructure
– Renewable energy sources and eco-friendly designs
– Capacity to handle over 100 million passengers annually
Beijing Capital International Airport (BCIA or PEK) is a major global aviation hub, handling over 100 million passengers annually. The airport features three expansive terminal buildings, seven runways, and advanced air traffic control systems to accommodate its critical role in China's domestic and international air travel. BCIA serves as the main hub for major airlines like Air China, China Southern, and China Eastern, offering a wide range of retail, dining, and amenity options for premium and leisure travelers alike.
Terminals :
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) has three main terminal buildings: Terminal 1: Opened in 1999 and primarily serves domestic flights Covers an area of 986,000 square meters Handles around 30 million passengers annually Terminal 2: Opened in 2008 and is the largest of the three terminals Spans over 1.03 million square meters Primarily handles international and regional flights Served by a large number of SkyTeam and Star Alliance airlines Terminal 3: Opened in 2008 and is one of the largest airport terminals in the world Covers an area of 986,000 square meters Dedicated to international and Hong Kong/Macau flights Features an iconic, wave-like roof design Served by major airlines like Air China, Cathay Pacific, and British Airways
Airport Size :
The total land area of the airport covers approximately 3,255 hectares (8,050 acres).
Airlines operating in Beijing Capital International Airport PEK / ZBAA
- • AirBridgeCargo
- • Air China Cargo
- • Air Koryo Cargo
- • Asiana Cargo
- • Cargolux
- • China Airlines Cargo
- • China Cargo Airlines
- • China Postal Airlines
- • DHL Aviation (operated by Air Hong Kong)
- • EVA Air Cargo
- • Etihad Cargo
- • FedEx Express
- • Garuda Cargo
- • Korean Air Cargo
- • Lufthansa Cargo
- • SF Airlines
- • Singapore Airlines Cargo
- • and Suparna Airlines Cargo.
