Flying from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll board your flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are the two main airports in Beijing.
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Beijing to London Gatwick Airport flight.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is eight hours behind Beijing. London Gatwick Airport is located in London.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the most popular route, with 4 direct services each week. You can get from PEK to LGW on Air China's 2:30am departure.
To ensure you get on your flight from Beijing to LGW, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) take off from this terminal.
When leaving from PEK, you can take a direct flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport with Air China.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between PEK and LGW is Air China.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Air China.
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Beijing to LGW with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between PEK and LGW include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
The distance from central Beijing to PEK is around 31 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Beijing Capital International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the departures from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Break up your flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Daxing International Airport and LGW include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Depending on traffic conditions, you can drive to PKX from Beijing's centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Beijing to LGW flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Daxing International Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Daxing International Airport reach their destination right on cue. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 88.83%.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
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To get the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks ahead of your Beijing to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
Central London is roughly 40 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Right now, Rs71,661 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs176,709. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Beijing to LGW, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Beijing to London Gatwick Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a lower fare pops up on flight tickets from Beijing to LGW.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
February is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), while August is the most popular. Find the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Beijing to LGW flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
After booking your flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
The British Museum and Westminster Abbey are just two of the popular attractions to add to your London itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 193 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Bristol is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without visiting Banksey, Banksy's You Don't Need Planning Permission to Build Castles in the Sky and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
