Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Beijing: what you need to know
Approximately 11 hours 3 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing.
Beijing is 8 hours ahead of London, where London Heathrow Airport is located. Beijing operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Daxing International Airport (PKX) is the most popular route, with 31 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from LHR to PKX is with Air China at 22:40. Choose the first departure operated by Air China at 17:40 if you want to get going early.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from LHR to Beijing. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can get a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing. Begin your journey at LHR and land at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Pick from a variety of carriers that operate direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing. Get on board with any of these:
We make it simple to plan a flight from LHR to Beijing with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
To visit China for tourism purposes, you will need a visa if you have a passport from United Kingdom. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and duration of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing.
Travelling from central London to LHR takes approximately 1 hour and 1 minute by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 57 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near LHR. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Beijing
292 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 455 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To snag cheap tickets from LHR to Beijing, book your trip 9 months before your departure date.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is approximately 31 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing. Book one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. After your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour and 3 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
After your flight from LHR to Beijing, kick back at a hotel close to PKX. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
July is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing. To avoid the crowds, head for Beijing in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from LHR to Beijing in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Beijing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Beijing right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Beijing:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
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