Amsterdam to Beijing Flights

Flights from Amsterdam

Flights from Amsterdam generally depart from the extensive modern Schiphol Airport. The facilities at the airport are extensive, and there are plenty of opportunities for shopping or dining, as well as a range of entertainment options on-site at Schiphol.

Getting to Amsterdam Schiphol

There are a number of ways to get from the city centre in Amsterdam to the airport at Schiphol to catch a flight to one of many international destinations. Drivers can make use of the extensive parking facilities at Schiphol, and have options for both the type of parking and the distance from the terminal. Smart and valet parking are available, for example, while access to the airport terminal may be through a foot tunnel or by shuttle bus. In either case, the terminal should be no more than 10 minutes away.

By public transport, Schiphol can be reached by bus or train, and a number of hotels offer a complementary shuttle bus service for guests catching flights from Amsterdam. There is a comprehensive network of bus routes that take passengers to Schiphol from around the Amsterdam area. Meanwhile, the railway station is located immediately below the airport and provides comprehensive rail links to locations in the Netherlands, as well as to a number of cities in Germany and Belgium.

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Airports in Beijing

Beijing is the largest and busiest airport in China. It is serviced by United Airlines, Egypt Airlines, British Airways, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Continental Airlines, as well several others. You can use ebookers to book domestic and international flights for many airlines servicing this airport. When you fly into Beijing, your flight will land at Beijing Capital International Airport, which is located in Chaoyang, approximately twenty miles from downtown Beijing.

Transportation from Beijing Capital International Airport

There are numerous options available to get to the city centre Beijing from the airport. You can take a taxi from the airport, which costs a minimum of ¥10 plus charges for mileage plus time in some instances. If you take a taxi, make sure it is a certified taxi by checking the car's signage and the driver's identification card. You can also take a shuttle, which has an average cost of ¥16 per person for a single trip from the airport. The airport bus is another option, which ranges from ¥2 to ¥5 per person for a one-way ticket.

Weather in Beijing

With summer temperatures soaring into the 30s during the day and the 20s at night, lightweight clothing is ideal to keep you cool. During the winter, daytime temperatures hover just above freezing, and night-time temperatures dip below 0ºC, so wearing layers with a warm coat, a pair of gloves, and a hat is necessary to stay warm. Fall and spring temperatures range from 10ºC to 15ºC, so bring a lightweight jacket, long-sleeve shirts, and long pants. If you travel in July or August, bring a rain coat or umbrella, as these are the months when rain is most common.

Beijing's Major Attractions

The summer months are the most popular time of the year to visit Beijing because many of the attractions are outdoors. The Imperial Gardens and Mausoleums, the Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square, and the Forbidden City are some of the most popular sites in Beijing. Many visitors also visit at least one of the many temples located in the city. March to August is usually the least expensive time of year to visit Beijing. Customers using ebookers can search through a range of flights to Beijing to find one matching their needs.