London to Beijing Flights
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Recommended hotels in Beijing
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Airfare Highlights
From flights departing on Mon, 26 Oct 2026.
Weather in London and Beijing
Live forecast for both cities, 12 Oct to 15 Oct.
London
Thu, 15 Oct- Mon18° / 11°
- Tue20° / 15°
- Wed18° / 11°
Beijing
Thu, 15 Oct- Mon25° / 17°
- Tue21° / 8°
- Wed21° / 10°
Forecast data from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.
Holidays and peak dates for Beijing
Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.
- 01Jan元旦Friday
Fixed-date national holidays. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar shift each year and are not listed here, so check the exact date for your travel year.
How to travel London to Beijing
Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.
Air distance is about 8,153 km. 23 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from London to Beijing
Compare fares, stops, baggage and refundability across the airlines flying this route.
Cathay Pacific Flights
- Fares from
- £479
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 35 in the list above
Lufthansa Flights
- Fares from
- £532
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 25 in the list above
China Eastern Flights
- Fares from
- £427
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 22 in the list above
Turkish Airlines Flights
- Fares from
- £584
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 13 in the list above
Qatar Airways Flights
- Fares from
- £767
- Non-stop
- None in these results
- Departures
- 12 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
| Fastest flight duration | 10h 0m · Chinasouthern |
|---|---|
| First departure of the day | 06:00 · Austrian Airlines |
| Last departure of the day | 22:40 · Turkish Airlines |
| Flight options found | 173 |
| Direct / non-stop options | 3 |
| Airport codes | London–LHR, Beijing–PEK |
Fares and timings are indicative. The exact price is confirmed with the airline when you search.
Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Mon, 26 Oct found 173 flight options, 3 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 22:40. The fastest flight takes about 10h 0m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from £427, Morning from £506, Afternoon from £536. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
Cheapest Airfare & Best Time to Book
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Destination & City Travel Guide
About London
London works best when visits are grouped by area. The British Museum and Bloomsbury can fill one half day, while Westminster and the South Bank offer a different walk along the Thames. Borough Market is close to several river sights, and Greenwich deserves its own trip. From Heathrow, the Elizabeth line, Underground and express rail service reach different parts of the city, so the useful transfer depends on the hotel rather than simply on speed to Paddington.
Read more about London
What's new in London
- May 2025: V&A East Storehouse opened in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, allowing visitors to explore museum collections in a working storage setting.
- April 2026: V&A East Museum opened nearby, adding another art and design destination to an east London visit.
Tips for travellers from India
Paddington is convenient for Heathrow Express arrivals, but the Elizabeth line can be more useful for a hotel near Tottenham Court Road or farther east. Bloomsbury suits the British Museum and central walks; South Kensington suits the museum quarter. Compare the final station rather than only the advertised airport-train duration. Heathrow’s Piccadilly line takes another route through west London and can avoid a change for some addresses.
Air India uses Terminal 2, while British Airways operates from Terminals 3 and 5. An airline name alone therefore does not always identify the correct building. Within London, use the same contactless card or Oyster card when entering and leaving a rail service. Greenwich is a separate outing along the Thames, not a quick extension of a Westminster museum day. The V&A East sites are in the Olympic Park and should not be confused with the original V&A in South Kensington. Pair the east London museums with one another instead of crossing the city between their entrances.
Best time to visit London
May to September, commonly about 11–24°C, for longer daylight and outdoor walks.
Places to visit in London
How to reach London
By Air: Heathrow Airport (LHR) is about 25 km west of central London. Heathrow Express reaches Paddington in 15 minutes from Terminals 2 and 3; Elizabeth line, Underground, coaches and taxis are alternatives.
By Rail: Paddington, King’s Cross St Pancras and Waterloo are major rail hubs; the Elizabeth line and Piccadilly line connect Heathrow with the city.
By Road: National Express coaches and local buses serve Heathrow; London buses and taxis cover the city.
What to do in London
Study the collections at the British Museum.
Walk the Thames path along the South Bank.
Browse food stalls at Borough Market.
Visit the historic maritime sites in Greenwich.
London airport information
Heathrow Airport (LHR). Air India operates from Heathrow Terminal 2. British Airways uses Terminals 3 and 5, so passengers should follow the terminal specified for their particular flight.
About Beijing
Beijing brings imperial palaces, hutong lanes and large modern districts into a city that rewards geographical planning. The Forbidden City and nearby central sights form one group, while the Summer Palace and Great Wall require separate outings. Travellers from India arriving at Beijing Capital Airport should distinguish it from Daxing Airport before arranging a pickup. The Capital Airport rail connection is useful for reaching the urban network, but the final transfer depends on the hotel district.
Read more about Beijing
What's new in Beijing
- December 2025: the central section of Metro Line 17 opened between Workers' Stadium and Shilihe, adding connections through eastern central Beijing.
- January 2026: Wangjingxi station opened on Line 17, creating another interchange with Lines 13 and 15 for journeys across northern Beijing.
Tips for travellers from India
Dongzhimen is a practical base when the airport rail connection is the main concern. A Qianmen stay instead places the focus on the older central streets. These choices serve different itineraries: a convenient arrival interchange and a heritage neighbourhood are not the same location.
Build a central day around the Forbidden City and its surroundings rather than appending the Summer Palace at the far end of the afternoon. The palace gardens deserve a separate northwest outing. A Great Wall excursion is a third commitment beyond the urban sightseeing circuit, with its own road journey and walking route.
Keep Capital and Daxing airport names visible in any transfer booking, especially when arriving on one airline and leaving on another. For evenings, remain in the neighbourhood already being explored: hutong lanes reward a slower walk, whereas the main avenues around the large monuments create much longer distances than a compact map implies. Qianmen and Dongzhimen therefore offer two distinct starting points for the same city.
Best time to visit Beijing
April to May or September to October, about 10–25°C, for open-air sites.
Places to visit in Beijing
How to reach Beijing
By Air: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is about 30 km northeast of central Beijing; Airport Express rail reaches Dongzhimen in roughly 30 minutes. Taxis and airport buses also operate.
By Rail: Beijing railway stations serve high-speed and conventional routes; the metro links major districts.
By Road: Airport buses and taxis connect PEK with city districts; long-distance coaches use separate terminals.
What to do in Beijing
Book a Palace Museum visit.
Walk the Temple of Heaven park.
Spend a half-day at the Summer Palace.
View central Beijing from Jingshan Park.
Beijing airport information
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Asiana Airlines moved its Beijing Capital arrivals and departures from Terminal 3 to Terminal 2 on 1 September 2026. Terminal assignments differ by airline and route, so a connecting booking needs its own terminal check.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking London to Beijing flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the London to Beijing dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Monday at £427. This can change from week to week.
How far is London from Beijing by air?
The direct air distance between London (LHR) and Beijing (PEK) is about 8,153 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from LHR to PEK?
Yes. 3 non-stop flights are listed on this page for London to Beijing. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly London to Beijing?
Cathay Pacific, Lufthansa, China Eastern, Turkish Airlines and 1 other are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from London to Beijing?
The quickest non-stop London to Beijing flight on this page takes about 10h. Non-stop flights here take between 10h and 10h 5m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on London to Beijing flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 1 Pieces, 23KG (23 KG X 1 pcs) and 2 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest London to Beijing flight fare?
The lowest London to Beijing fare on this page is £427. Fares on the same dates run up to £4,460, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do London to Beijing flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 06:00 and the last around 22:40, local time at London. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
Why does the price change after clicking Book Now?
Airline seat inventory and fares change continuously. Selecting Book Now runs a live fare verification with the airline so the price you approve is the price you pay. If it has moved, you see the new figure before any payment.
Before you book this route
Check the airport codes LHR–PEK, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.
Where these fares come from
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United Kingdom travel guide for Indian travellers
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What to Expect When Booking Your Flight
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Approx route distance: 8,153.30 km.
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Lowest London to Beijing airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
| Cheapest Fare | Fare | Date | Airline | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest Airfare | £427 | 26/10/2026 | China Eastern | 21:00 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days | £419 | 07/11/2026 | China Eastern | 21:00 |
| Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days | £406 | 06/01/2027 | China Eastern | 21:00 |
Book London to Beijing Flight Tickets on FlyX
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London to Beijing Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between London and Beijing is about 8,153 KM. In these results, journey times range from 10h to 41h 45m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
London to Beijing Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 173 flight options, 3 of them non-stop. The first departure from London is at 06:00 and the last is at 22:40. Flights leave from Heathrow and land at Capital.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
| Flight Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Route | London to Beijing |
| Aerial Distance | 8,153 KM |
| Flight Duration | 10h - 41h 45m |
| Airport Codes | London - LHR, Beijing - PEK |
| Total Flights Available | 173 flights3 direct170 with layovers |
| First Flight Departure | Departs at 06:00 |
| Last Flight Departure | Departs at 22:40 |
| Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM) | 14 flights0 direct14 with layovers |
| Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM) | 47 flights0 direct47 with layovers |
| Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM) | 24 flights0 direct24 with layovers |
| Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM) | 34 flights1 direct33 with layovers |
| Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM) | 54 flights2 direct52 with layovers |
Airport Information & Terminals
PEK: Beijing airport system. Beijing routes can involve Capital Airport or Daxing. The airport choice changes transfer time, so match it with your hotel district, visa plan and onward rail or domestic connection.
