Journey information
Overview: London to Beijing flight
Flights from London to Beijing depart on average 65 times per day, taking around 13h 18m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $458 (€359) if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest flight covers the 5057 miles (8140 km) distance in 9h 45m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 5057 miles (8140 km) |
Average flight duration 13h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $458 (€359) |
Flights per day 65 |
Fastest flight 9h 45m |
Cheapest month to travel January |
First flight 00:05 |
Last flight 23:55 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from London to Beijing
Cheapest price
$566
Average price
$929
Fastest journey
16 h 25 m
Average duration
22 h 24 m
Flights per day
5
Distance
8140 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from London to Beijing is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Beijing will cost around $929 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $566.
Of the 5 flights that leave London for Beijing onWed, Jan 28, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 28 the direct flights cover the 8140 km distance in an average of 22 h 24 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 16 h 25 m .
On Wed, Jan 28 the longest flights will take 1 d 10 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Live departures
London to Beijing flight times
The table below shows live departures for London to Beijing flights for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 AM London | 24h55 | 6:25 AM Beijing | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM London | 19h45 | 3:45 AM Beijing | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:05 PM London | 16h35 | 6:40 AM Beijing | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:35 PM London | 16h25 | 7:00 AM Beijing | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM London | 34h20 | 6:00 AM Beijing | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Beijing by flight
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FAQs: London to Beijing Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Beijing by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Beijing, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Chinese New Year, the most important traditional festival in China, celebrated with fireworks and family gatherings
- Mid-Autumn Festival, a harvest festival featuring mooncakes and lantern displays
- Beijing International Film Festival, an annual event showcasing films from around the world with awards and screenings
- Peking Opera Festival, a celebration of traditional Chinese opera with performances by renowned artists.
- Labour Day, pleasant spring weather and local celebrations
- National Day, a week-long holiday with patriotic displays and cultural activities
- Dragon Boat Festival, traditional boat races and zongzi tasting during the summer.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from London to Beijing
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for up to 4 hours.
- Shops are located throughout all terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short Stay parking available near each terminal, approximately 6.3€ (£5.30) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in all terminals, including British Airways and Plaza Premium lounges.
- Located at each terminal, contact Heathrow Airport Lost Property.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423
- Metro: Piccadilly Line
- Train: Heathrow Express, TfL Rail
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport for 90 minutes.
- Shops are located in both terminals, including Harrods and World Duty Free.
- Short stay parking available at both terminals, approximately 6€ (£5) for 30 minutes.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Assistance.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Lounges available in both terminals, including No1 Lounge and Club Aspire.
- Located in the South Terminal, inquiries can be made online or in person.
- Train: Gatwick Express, Southern, Thameslink
- Bus: National Express, Metrobus
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in the terminal, including WHSmith and Aelia Duty-Free.
- Short-term and long-term parking available, starting at approximately 4.2€ (£3.50) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Lounge available, including the First Class Lounge.
- Located in the terminal, contact information desk.
- DLR
- Bus 473
- Bus 474
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport, but registration is required.
- Shops are located throughout the airport, including duty-free stores and luxury brands like Gucci and Chanel.
- Parking available near the terminal, approximately 0.30€ (IDR 5,000) per hour.
- Numerous restaurants are located in all terminals, offering Chinese, Western, and fast food options. Popular spots include Da Dong and KFC.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available throughout the airport, with facilities in the airport.
- Hotels are available within walking distance, such as the Hilton Beijing Capital Airport.
- Showers are available in some lounges and cost around 100 CNY.
- Lounges available in all terminals, including Air Chi and BGS Premier Lounges.
- Lost and Found services are located in each terminal, with a central office in terminal 3.
- Car rental services are available in all terminals, with companies like Avis and Hertz.
- Airport Express Line, terminal 2/3 stop, 32 km
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