What is the tower frequency at ZBAA?

The tower frequency at Beijing Capital is 118.5, 118.6, 124.3 MHz.

What fuel is available at ZBAA?

Beijing Capital offers Jet A-1.

Does ZBAA require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Beijing Capital (China).

Does ZBAA require slots or PPR?

PPR is required at Beijing Capital.

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Beijing Capital

Beijing Capital (ZBAA/PEK) serves Beijing, China. This is a major international airport with 3 runways (01/19, 18L/36R). Field elevation is 116 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 8/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: ZBAA
Name: Beijing Capital
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: 40.080101
Longitude: 116.584999
Elevation: 116 ft
Country: China
Municipality: Beijing
IATA Code: PEK
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Asia/Shanghai
Distance from City: 25.5 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01/19

Designation: 01/19
Dimensions: 12468 X 197
Surface: concrete
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 18L/36R

Designation: 18L/36R
Dimensions: 12468 X 197
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), RNAV (RNP)
Remarks: N/A

Runway 18R/36L

Designation: 18R/36L
Dimensions: 10499 X 164
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: YES
NAVAIDs: VOR-DME
Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.500, 118.600, 124.300 MHz
Ground: 121.700, 121.700, 121.900 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 127.600 MHz

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: http://en.bcia.com.cn/
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: CAAC North China Regional Administration; slots must be obtained via CAAC slot coordination office. Handling agent coordination mandatory.
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Calculated by MTOW per CAAC tariff; approx CNY 28/ton for international
Parking Fee: CNY 12/ton per 4h block
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: CNY
Remarks: Fees regulated by CAAC. All ground handling must be through approved handlers (BGS or AMECO). Infrastructure fee applies.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Supplied by CNAF (China National Aviation Fuel). Into-plane service at all three terminals. Price subject to NDRC regulation.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: Full CIQ at Terminals 2 and 3. APIS data submission to Chinese immigration required. 144-hour visa-free transit available for eligible nationalities.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
Remarks: No formal curfew but late-night operations heavily restricted by CAAC slot control. CAAC slot coordination mandatory; slots extremely congested. Chapter 2 aircraft banned.

Alternates

ZBTJ

ICAO: ZBTJ
Name: Binhai
Distance (NM): 67.3
Has IFR: Yes
Port of Entry: Yes
Immigration Remarks: Full CIQ at international airports. APIS required. 72/144-hour transit visa exemption at some airports.

Airport Services

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China Permit Requirements

Slow Overflight: 5d Landing: 10d

Overflight Permit: Yes
Landing Permit: Yes
Overflight Lead Time: 96 hours (4 working days) minimum
Landing Lead Time: 5 working days (minimum), regardless of flight type

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require CAAC permit and PLA (military) clearance. Very restrictive, 10-15 days processing typical.

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Nearby Airports

ZBBB Beijing Xijiao Airport 17 NM ZBAD Beijing Daxing International Airport 35 NM ZBNY Beijing Nanjiao Airport 37 NM ZBTJ Binhai 67 NM ZBTS Tangshan Sannühe Airport 69 NM ZBZJ Zhangjiakou Ningyuan Airport 85 NM ZBTG Tianjin Tanggu Airport 87 NM ZBCD Chengde Puning Airport 92 NM

Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at ZBAA?: The tower frequency at Beijing Capital is 118.5, 118.6, 124.3 MHz.
What fuel is available at ZBAA?: Beijing Capital offers Jet A-1.
Does ZBAA require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Beijing Capital (China).
Does ZBAA require slots or PPR?: PPR is required at Beijing Capital.

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