Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport is 9 hours 40 minutes.
Beijing is eight hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from LGW to PEK start from 12:35 — the earliest with Air China. The last service of the day is at 12:35 with Air China. In total, there are seven weekly London Gatwick Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your LGW to PEK flight.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air China has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Beijing — and maybe even more of China if your schedule allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Air China.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for LGW to PEK flights is Air China.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between LGW and PEK include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Currently, Rs89,471 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs168,796. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from LGW to PEK, book your journey seven months before your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the departures from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% land on schedule at their destination.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGW:
Arriving at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
If you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near PEK:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Hertz to explore beyond Beijing's usual tourist stops.
Reserve your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport several weeks before your departure to get the best possible rate. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Capital International Airport to the centre of Beijing has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
When to fly to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Beijing. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport for July if you want to go to Beijing during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 35ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to PEK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of China
Beijing is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China you should also see. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. Start your sightseeing at Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.
