Are direct flights from Datong to Beijing always the best option?

Direct flights are often the most convenient choice, saving time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes offer lower fares, especially if you are willing to spend more time traveling.

Can flexible travel dates help on Datong to Beijing flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or popular travel periods. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two may yield savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Datong to Beijing flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor in ground transportation to and from the airports as well.

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DAT - Beijing
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CN¥3,769
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Datong to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Datong to Beijing

The journey from Datong to Beijing covers a distance of 264 km, classifying it as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience, though direct flights from Datong to Beijing are not common.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Datong to Beijing, fares typically range from $239–$336, with a median of $297. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and approximately 9% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, making it worthwhile to monitor prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Datong to Beijing? The data indicates that May is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $277. June also offers competitive prices, with a median of $280. Following these, September presents another option, with a median fare of $301.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 1. Therefore, a typical journey from Datong to Beijing, including connections, takes approximately 18h 20m.

How much is a round trip from Datong to Beijing

Regular price: CN¥2,579 - CN¥3,407

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Datong to Beijing is CNY 2579-CNY 3407. The current lowest deal is CNY 2302 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Sep 16-Sep 17.

now CN¥2,302

Low CN¥2,579

High CN¥3,407

The cheapest time to fly from Datong to Beijing

The cheapest month to fly from DAT to BJS is May, with a median price of $277. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $657. Prices are generally lower from April to September.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥277

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥657

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Datong to Beijing

China Eastern Airlines

Hainan Airlines

Greater Bay Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Datong to Beijing

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Greater Bay Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥3,773

CN¥2,312

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Greater Bay Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥4,084

CN¥2,312

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Greater Bay Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥4,344

CN¥2,318

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Greater Bay Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥3,530

CN¥2,406

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Greater Bay Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥3,771

CN¥2,406

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PKX)

Greater Bay Airlines, Hong Kong Express Airways

CN¥3,283

CN¥2,298

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Datong to Beijing

6 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 14

CN¥3,686 → CN¥2,326

37%

4 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 12

CN¥3,612 → CN¥2,326

36%

5 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 13

CN¥3,400 → CN¥2,339

31%

6 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 14

CN¥3,269 → CN¥2,225

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Datong to Beijing

Datong - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Datong to Beijing are below the typical level at $2302.

📅 Best time to fly

May, June, and September offer lower median prices

Historically, May ($277), June ($280), and September ($301) have offered lower median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 18h 20m

Flights from Datong to Beijing typically involve 1 stopover, with a median duration of 18h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights are not common, with connecting flights making up 100% of recent availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers many deals

China Eastern Airlines has offered 70 deals recently, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Datong to Beijing have appeared regularly in 30-day windows.

Datong main airports to depart from

Datong Yungang (DAT)

Cheapest

Datong Yungang is a convenient departure airport for flights to Beijing.

📍 ~15 km from Datong (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,312

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is a good option for flights to Beijing, offering a competitive price.

📍 ~44 km from Beijing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,232

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Tianjin Binhai International is a useful alternative with extensive flights and high-speed rail connectivity to Beijing.

📍 ~115 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail, requires ground transfer to Beijing South railway station)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,433

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

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Best Elite deals to Beijing

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From DAT

Elite

Oct 06

Beijing, China

33% AI deal score

$1,849

China Eastern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From DAT

Elite

Sep 13

Beijing, China

32% AI deal score

$1,732

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From DAT

Elite

Sep 13

Beijing, China

32% AI deal score

$1,759

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From DAT

Elite

Sep 13

Beijing, China

32% AI deal score

$1,790

China Eastern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From DAT

Elite

Sep 13

Beijing, China

32% AI deal score

$2,057

China Eastern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From DAT

Elite

Sep 13

Beijing, China

31% AI deal score

$1,733

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From DAT

Elite

Oct 06

Beijing, China

31% AI deal score

$1,752

China Eastern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From DAT

Elite

Sep 13

Beijing, China

31% AI deal score

$1,753

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From DAT

Elite

Sep 13

Beijing, China

31% AI deal score

$1,759

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

From DAT

Elite

Sep 13

Beijing, China

31% AI deal score

$1,764

China Eastern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From DAT

Elite

Sep 13

Beijing, China

31% AI deal score

$1,790

China Eastern Airlines, +1

Business Class

From DAT

Elite

Sep 13

Beijing, China

31% AI deal score

$1,855

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across various airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may also present lower-cost options.

Booking flights in advance can often lead to better prices, though the ideal booking window can vary. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can help you identify a good opportunity. Generally, last-minute bookings can sometimes be more expensive.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more flight options or better prices. While it may add to travel time, the potential savings could be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience when considering this.

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Datong to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Datong to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Datong to Beijing

Regular price: CN¥2,579 - CN¥3,407

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Datong to Beijing is CNY 2579-CNY 3407. The current lowest deal is CNY 2302 with China Eastern Airlines for travel from Sep 16-Sep 17.

now CN¥2,302

Low CN¥2,579

High CN¥3,407

The cheapest time to fly from Datong to Beijing

The cheapest month to fly from DAT to BJS is May, with a median price of $277. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $657. Prices are generally lower from April to September.

May

Cheapest

Flights from CN¥277

October

Most Expensive

Flights from CN¥657

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Datong to Beijing

China Eastern Airlines

Hainan Airlines

Greater Bay Airlines

China Southern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Datong to Beijing

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Greater Bay Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥3,773

CN¥2,312

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Greater Bay Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥4,084

CN¥2,312

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Greater Bay Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥4,344

CN¥2,318

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Greater Bay Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥3,530

CN¥2,406

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PEK)

Greater Bay Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines

CN¥3,771

CN¥2,406

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DAT - Beijing

Datong (DAT) - Beijing (PKX)

Greater Bay Airlines, Hong Kong Express Airways

CN¥3,283

CN¥2,298

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Datong to Beijing

6 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 14

CN¥3,686 → CN¥2,326

37%

4 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 12

CN¥3,612 → CN¥2,326

36%

5 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 13

CN¥3,400 → CN¥2,339

31%

6 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 14

CN¥3,269 → CN¥2,225

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Datong to Beijing

Datong - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Datong to Beijing are below the typical level at $2302.

📅 Best time to fly

May, June, and September offer lower median prices

Historically, May ($277), June ($280), and September ($301) have offered lower median prices.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights typically take 18h 20m

Flights from Datong to Beijing typically involve 1 stopover, with a median duration of 18h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights are not common, with connecting flights making up 100% of recent availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

China Eastern Airlines offers many deals

China Eastern Airlines has offered 70 deals recently, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Datong to Beijing have appeared regularly in 30-day windows.

Datong main airports to depart from

Datong Yungang (DAT)

Cheapest

Datong Yungang is a convenient departure airport for flights to Beijing.

📍 ~15 km from Datong (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,312

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Cheapest

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is a good option for flights to Beijing, offering a competitive price.

📍 ~44 km from Beijing (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,232

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Tianjin Binhai International is a useful alternative with extensive flights and high-speed rail connectivity to Beijing.

📍 ~115 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail, requires ground transfer to Beijing South railway station)

💸 Flights from ~CN¥2,433

Beijing, China

31% AI deal score

$1,855

China Eastern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

Cheap Flights from Datong to Beijing

Today’s best flight deals from Datong to Beijing

Datong to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Datong to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Datong to Beijing

The cheapest time to fly from Datong to Beijing

Direct flights from Datong to Beijing

Last-minute flights going from Datong to Beijing

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Datong to Beijing

Popular Airports to fly from Datong to Beijing

Datong - Beijing route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

May, June, and September offer lower median prices

Connecting flights typically take 18h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

China Eastern Airlines offers many deals

Deals appear regularly for this route

Datong main airports to depart from

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

Best Elite deals to Beijing

Oct 06

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Oct 06

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

How can I find cheap flights from Datong to Beijing?

When should I book flights from Datong to Beijing?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Datong to Beijing?

Are direct flights from Datong to Beijing always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Datong to Beijing flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Datong to Beijing flights?

Related routes

More routes from Datong

Flights to Beijing from other cities

Datong to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from Datong to Beijing

How much is a round trip from Datong to Beijing

The cheapest time to fly from Datong to Beijing

Direct flights from Datong to Beijing

Last-minute flights going from Datong to Beijing

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Datong to Beijing

Popular Airports to fly from Datong to Beijing

Datong - Beijing route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

May, June, and September offer lower median prices

Connecting flights typically take 18h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

China Eastern Airlines offers many deals

Deals appear regularly for this route

Datong main airports to depart from

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Beijing

Best Elite deals to Beijing

Oct 06

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Oct 06

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Sep 13

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

How can I find cheap flights from Datong to Beijing?

When should I book flights from Datong to Beijing?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Datong to Beijing?