Larger Taxi's

Question

hi. will be arriving with 4 adults & 4 large suitcases. Are Minivan taxi's readily available at Beijing Capital & Daxing? thanks.

Answer

Yes, larger taxis such as minivans are generally available at both Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), but there are some important details to note.

At Beijing Capital Airport (PEK):

There is an official taxi queue outside each terminal. Standard taxis usually accommodate up to 4 passengers and limited luggage.
For larger groups with multiple large suitcases, you can request a minivan (often 7- or 9-seater), but availability can vary depending on the time of day.
There are dedicated airport shuttle services or online booking platforms where you can reserve larger vehicles in advance to ensure space for 4 adults and 4 large suitcases.

At Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX):

Similar to PEK, standard taxis are available at the designated taxi ranks, but minivans are less frequent.
Pre-booking a larger vehicle via a ride-hailing app or airport transfer service is strongly recommended to avoid waiting or being split into multiple cars.

Additional tips:

Consider using apps like DiDi (the Chinese equivalent of Uber) for pre-booked minivan rides; this can be done with your passport number and flight details.
Always check with the airport taxi information desk if you need a larger vehicle—they can guide you to official minivan taxi stands or recommend reputable transfer companies.
Have your hotel address written in Chinese to show the driver, which helps especially with larger vehicles and airport traffic.

In summary, minivan taxis are available but limited, especially at peak times. Pre-booking or using airport transfer services is the most reliable way to ensure that your group and luggage can travel comfortably.