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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 571 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Beijing.529 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Tue, 17 Nov.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 529 €, select.

Beijing.560 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with easyJet and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 560 €, select.

Beijing.567 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 567 €, select.

Beijing.571 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 571 €, select.

Beijing.576 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 576 €, select.

Beijing.584 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 584 €, select.

Beijing.588 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines and China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 588 €, select.

Beijing.594 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Air China.Outbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Air China, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 594 €, select.

Beijing.598 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Capital on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 598 €, select.

Beijing.599 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Sep, returning Thu, 17 Dec.Return flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from London Gatwick on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 599 €, select.

Beijing.603 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 603 €, select.

Beijing.603 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Tue, 26 Jan.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 603 €, select.

Beijing.605 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with Air France.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 605 €, select.

Beijing.609 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 609 €, select.

Beijing.618 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar, returning Thu, 11 Mar.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Beijing Daxing.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Beijing Daxing on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 618 €, select.

Beijing.622 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Air China.Outbound direct flight with Air China departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Beijing Capital.Inbound direct flight with Air China departs from Beijing Capital on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From 622 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Beijing

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like London Gatwick to Beijing flights are currently cheapest in November.

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London to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	529 €
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	10 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airline	Air China
Average flights per week	7

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Beijing: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Beijing?

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.

How much are return flights from London Gatwick to Beijing?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Beijing is 529 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from London Gatwick to Beijing?

10 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Beijing.

Which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Beijing?

Air China flies direct from London Gatwick to Beijing.

How many flights are there a week from London Gatwick to Beijing?

As of September 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Beijing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Gatwick to Beijing?

The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Beijing is usually November.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Beijing?

If you're flying from London Gatwick Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Daxing – which is 44.8 km away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from 529 €.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing on Wednesday, 11 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 7 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Beijing but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Beijing?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Beijing?

In September, the average temperature is usually around 22°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 33°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -9°C. The rainiest month is July.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing with?

Currently, China Eastern and Air China offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Beijing: what you need to know

Take a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 5 minutes.
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is eight hours ahead of London.
With four weekly departures between the two airports, London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route. Hop on Air China's 11:35 flight to get your trip from LGW to PEK underway.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your LGW to Beijing flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct London Gatwick Airport to Beijing ticket. Begin your trip at LGW and land at Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK).
Air China is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from LGW to Beijing. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LGW is around 40 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near LGW:
Of all flights departing from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Beijing

The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Beijing flight is 269 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 529 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before travelling. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from LGW to Beijing.
June is the best month for picking up a fantastic deal on London Gatwick Airport to Beijing tickets. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LGW to Beijing by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to the centre of Beijing takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 31 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing. Book one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Grab a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car and explore corners of Beijing that most visitors tend to miss. You can book your wheels with Hertz.
To lock in the best rate, book your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from LGW to Beijing. Prices typically go up closer to your day of departure.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Daxing International Airport (PKX) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. Once you've hopped off your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to PKX. Settle in and get cosy after your LGW to Beijing flight at one of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to Beijing

Carefully consider your trip dates before booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are generally higher and top attractions can get crowded. Plan your trip to Beijing in the off-season if you like a quieter vibe.
Lock in a London Gatwick Airport to Beijing plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LGW to Beijing around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Beijing

Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Temple of Heaven and Forbidden City are just the start of the top attractions to put on your Beijing must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Tiananmen Square.

Explore more of China

Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
Around 418 kilometres south of Beijing, Tai'an is another essential stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.