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Beijing Capital International Airport vs Antalya Airport
Detailed comparison of PEK and AYT on FlightLogic scores and passenger experience.
Verdict
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) scores higher overall at 7.8/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 7.1/10.
How good is Beijing Capital International Airport?
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) scores 7.8/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.6),
passenger experience (7.7), and facilities (8.0).
Lounge quality rates 8.4/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Beijing Capital PEK scores 7.8/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.4/10. Terminal 3 hosts Air China and Star Alliance international flights. Allow 90+ minutes for connections and immigration. Not to be confused with Daxing PKX. See /guides/beijing-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.8Very Good
On-time7.6Departure reliability
Experience7.7Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.0Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.4Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
7.6
Passenger Experience
7.7
Facilities & Comfort
8.0
Lounge score8.4/10
Highlights
Terminal 3 is among the world's largest airport buildings — Air China First and Business lounges
Star Alliance carriers consolidate in T3 for international departures
Common connection point for UK–China and UK–Southeast Asia on Air China and partners
Air China and Star Alliance hub — Terminal 3 dragon-themed mega-terminal with strong premium lounges for UK–China and UK–Asia routings.
Terminal 3 and Air China lounges
Terminal 3 serves most international Star Alliance traffic including Air China long-haul. First and Business lounges offer Chinese and international buffet dining with shower suites.
UK passport holders typically need a visa for China unless qualifying for 144-hour transit visa-free in Beijing — verify current rules before planning a layover exit.
2 international terminals (T1, T2) · 35M+ passengers/year
7.1/ 10
How good is Antalya Airport?
Antalya Airport (AYT) scores 7.1/10 (Very Good)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (6.9),
passenger experience (7.0), and facilities (7.4).
Lounge quality rates 7.0/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Antalya AYT scores 7.1/10 — Turkish Riviera leisure hub. Jet2/TUI package base. e-Visa required. Compare /airports/istanbul for city routing. See /guides/antalya-airport-lounge-guide-2026.
FlightLogic Score7.1Very Good
On-time6.9Departure reliability
Experience7.0Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities7.4Food, shops, seating
Lounges7.0Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
6.9
Passenger Experience
7.0
Facilities & Comfort
7.4
Lounge score7.0/10
Highlights
UK's primary Turkey leisure airport — riviera resorts within 30–90 min transfer
Jet2 and TUI dominate package traffic; Turkish Airlines for full-service and Star Alliance
Compare AYT vs Istanbul (/airports/istanbul) — Antalya for beach; IST for city and Asia connections
e-Visa required for UK passport holders — apply before travel
Overview
Turkish Riviera gateway — Jet2, TUI, easyJet, and Turkish Airlines leisure schedules from across the UK for Antalya, Belek, and Side resorts.
UK package holiday traffic
Antalya is among the top 10 UK outbound leisure destinations by passenger volume. Pre-book transfers to Belek and Side — public transport limited.
Turkish Airlines offers IST connections for dual-city trips — allow 3+ hrs for domestic transfer.
FAQ
Which is better, Beijing Capital International Airport or Antalya Airport?
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) scores higher overall at 7.8/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 7.1/10.
Which has better lounges, PEK or AYT?
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) scores higher for lounges at 8.4/10, versus Antalya Airport at 7.0/10.
Which airport is more on-time, PEK or AYT?
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) has stronger on-time performance at 7.6/10 versus Antalya Airport (AYT) at 6.9/10.
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