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Beijing Airport Blues

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So, I'm flying out of Capital Airport tomorrow morning, and my flight's at the crack of dawn. I've heard horror stories about the security lines there being absolutely insane, even at 5 am. Seriousl… more

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ivonneulmer ·

Three hours is excessive, unless your flight is really early or you're flying internationally from a particularly busy terminal. Two hours should be plenty, especially if you're packing light. Download the Capital Airport app; it'll give you real-time wait times for security. That's your biggest weapon. Also, wear slip-on shoes – that'll save you precious seconds. And finally, have your boarding pass and ID ready before you even get in line. Seriously, that's half the battle.

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Beijing Airport Chaos?

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So, I'm flying out of Beijing Capital International Airport next week, and I've heard horror stories about the sheer size and potential for getting hopelessly lost. My flight's at 7 AM – is there a s… more

Image gundi ·

7 AM flight? Oof. Beijing Capital is massive. Get there at least three hours early, maybe even 3.5, especially with security lines. Download the airport app; it has maps and real-time wait times for security. Once you're inside, follow the signs religiously – they're generally pretty clear, even if everything is in Chinese. Pre-check your bags to save time if possible. And maybe pack some snacks – you’ll probably be hungry before your flight. It's a beast, but conquerable. Good luck!

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brigittajansen · · OP

Three and a half hours?! Whoa. Okay, that's seriously helpful, thanks! I didn't realize it was THAT bad. I'll definitely download the app – saved me from a potential meltdown. Snacks are a brilliant idea too; I'm always hangry before flights. Appreciate the detailed advice, I feel a lot better about this now.

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