Hickam Housing, HI HNL to Beijing BJS Flights

Since neither Hickam Housing, HI nor Beijing are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of USA and China. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.

There is a time difference of 18 h between Hickam Housing, HI and Beijing all year round.

The best events to attend in Beijing include:

• Chinese New Year, the most important traditional festival in China, celebrated with fireworks and family gatherings
• Mid-Autumn Festival, a harvest festival featuring mooncakes and lantern displays
• Beijing International Film Festival, an annual event showcasing films from around the world with awards and screenings
• Peking Opera Festival, a celebration of traditional Chinese opera with performances by renowned artists.

The best holidays to experience in Beijing include:

• Labour Day, pleasant spring weather and local celebrations
• National Day, a week-long holiday with patriotic displays and cultural activities
• Dragon Boat Festival, traditional boat races and zongzi tasting during the summer.

The best seasons to visit Beijing are Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Beijing is during April-May or September-October.

For international flights we recommend to arrive 2.5 to 3 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.

Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e. G. 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.

Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs).
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.

The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.