$745 Cheap flight deals from Winnipeg (YWG) to Beijing (CN-BJ)

James Armstrong Richardson International Airport in Winnipeg, MN

Twenty airlines provide international and domestic flights from the James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, which is the main airport that serves Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Cheap flights from Winnipeg that are available through Orbitz.com usually depart from this major airport.

Parking at James Armstrong Richardson Airport

There are two parking facilities at James Armstrong Richardson Airport. One is a large economy lot with lower prices for long-term parking, and the other is smaller and known as the Parkade. You can treat yourself to valet parking for an extra 25 Canadian dollars at the Parkade, where the fees are 20 Canadian dollars per day and 90 dollars per week. Weekly fees are 75 Canadian dollars and daily fees are 15 dollars at the economy lot, and the short-term parking fee at either lot is two Canadian dollars per half-hour.

Transportation to James Armstrong Richardson Airport

Winnipeg Transit operates city buses from various points in Winnipeg to the airport. Bus tickets are available from authorized vendors for 2.15 Canadian dollars, or you can pay 2.45 dollars cash on the bus itself. A private shuttle is also available from the town of Brandon for 48 Canadian dollars. Unicity is the official airport taxi service, and its rates range from 9.25 to 32 Canadian dollars depending on the distance traveled. Limousines and private shuttles are also available. Whether you choose the bargain bus or a luxury limousine, you can relax on your way to the airport knowing everything is ready for you when you book your tickets and other travel needs through Orbitz.com.

Restaurants at James Armstrong Richardson Airport

There are nine dining options at this airport, including Starbucks Coffee, T.G.I. Friday's, Tim Hortons, a local pizzeria, a bar and an Oriental fast-food restaurant. This gives you a wide choice of food and drink to enjoy before you board the flight that you selected from the cheap flights from Winnipeg that are featured on Orbitz.com.

Beijing Capital International Airport

Cheap flights to Beijing are simple to find when you use the tools on Orbitz.com. With powerful search capabilities right at your fingertips, you're sure to find the lowest fares on tickets. The main airport for Beijing is Beijing Capital International Airport. Located 20 miles northeast of China's capital, this airport is the second busiest in the world. Air Canada, Air China, American Airlines, British Airways, Emirates and United Airlines all operate flights in and out of the airport. A third massive terminal for international arrivals and departures was built in preparation for the 2012 Olympic Games.

Transportation from the Airport

Three commuter trains operate in Beijing and the surrounding urban areas. A train ride into central Beijing takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes. Taxis are also available at the passenger terminals. Passengers in taxis are responsible for all bridge and road tolls. A shuttle bus network connects the three airport terminals with the rest of the city.

Weather in Beijing

Beijing has hot summers and cold winters. Summer temperatures approach 90 degrees F, while freezing winds blow in from Mongolia during the winter. During the spring months, large sandstorms have been known to wreak havoc on the city.

Things to Do in Beijing

The Forbidden City is the cultural and historical heart of Beijing. Inside is the Palace Museum, as well as the home of emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Gardens and parks surround the Forbidden City, making a lush oasis in the middle of a modern metropolis. International travelers who book cheap flights to Beijing with Orbitz.com will have the freedom to explore this massive and fascinating city.