Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) to City Center
Complete guide for getting from Beijing Daxing International Airport to Beijing city center. Find out about taxi fares, distance, duration, and travel tips.
Airport Details
- Name: Beijing Daxing International Airport
- IATA Code: PKX
- Location: Beijing, CN
- Elevation: 98 ft
Taxi from Beijing Daxing International Airport to City Center
Taxi fares from Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX) to city center range from 180 to 300 CNY. This covers 46-60 km with meter starting at 13 CNY for first 3 km, plus 2.3 CNY per extra km daytime. Add 20-40 CNY for highway tolls and 10-20 CNY airport fee; expect 60-90 minutes travel time.
Night surcharge from 23:00 to 05:00 raises rate to 2.76 CNY per km after 3 km. No fixed prices or zones for airport taxis; always use meter. Traffic can push costs higher, up to 350 CNY in peaks.
Official taxis avoid flat rates; insist on meter to prevent overcharges. Groups find taxis cost-effective versus multiple train tickets with luggage.
Taxi Tips & Safety
Find official taxis at designated stands in Terminal 2 or 3 arrivals; follow signs and staff guidance. Ignore touts inside terminal who offer flat rates and overcharge. Queue with others for licensed cabs with meter, driver ID, and 京B plates.
Use DiDi app for ride-hail with English interface; fares similar to taxis at 150-350 CNY. Pay by cash, WeChat Pay, Alipay, or cards via app. Always ask for receipt showing fees.
Safety first: ride in metered taxis, note plate number, share trip details. Avoid unmarked cars or negotiated fares to dodge scams, especially at night.
Alternative Transport
Daxing Airport Express train to Caoqiao costs 35 CNY, takes 19 minutes, runs 06:00-22:30. Transfer to subway for city center; total 25-40 CNY, faster than buses. High-speed train to Beijing West is 30-40 CNY in 28 minutes.
Airport buses like express lines cost 30-40 CNY to central spots, local 25-35 CNY; run 05:00-23:00 every 20-60 minutes. Travel 45-90 minutes depending on traffic and stops.
Shuttles or DiDi offer door-to-door like taxis but cheaper at times; trains best for speed and low cost under 50 CNY total versus 200+ CNY taxi.
Tips for Airport Transfers
- Look for official taxi ranks to avoid scams.
- Check if there is a flat rate to the city center.
- Consider booking a private transfer in advance for peace of mind.
- Have the address of your destination written down in the local language.