Links marked * may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We do not provide financial advice. How we make money.
PEK or PKX Beijing?
Beijing PEK lounge score 8.4/10. Terminal 3 Air China First and Business lounges. Verify PEK vs PKX on ticket. Check China transit visa rules before layover exit. See /airports/beijing. The full guide below covers terminals, access rules, opening hours, worked examples and FAQs.
Star Alliance international traffic consolidates in T3. Premium lounges offer Chinese and international buffet with shower suites.
144-hour transit visa-free may apply for UK passport holders — verify current Chinese immigration rules.
Check cover, card costs, points value and foreign exchange before you book. These guides explain the trade-offs and where to confirm current terms for your trip.
Check ticket — both active. PEK T3 is FlightLogic's rated hub at 7.8/10. PKX is separate, 46 km from central Beijing.