Travelling from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 5 minutes.
London is eight hours behind Beijing and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from PEK to LHR start from 12:40 — the first with Air China. The last departure is at 16:15 with Air China. In total, there are 40 weekly Beijing Capital International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights.
Your PEK to LHR flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Air China is your ticket to exploring London (and maybe even some other great corners of United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to London Heathrow Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Air China.
Air China is the most punctual carrier that operates PEK to LHR flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. These are the top stopovers between PEK and LHR:
Manchester Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
191 € is the lowest price for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. A return flight starts at 485 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from PEK to LHR by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PEK to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
PEK's address is Capital Airport Rd.
79.67% of flights that leave from Beijing Capital International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Beijing Capital International Airport from central Beijing, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to London Heathrow Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to PEK:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're getting in on a late Beijing Capital International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Grab a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to head to London. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you'd like to visit London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PEK to LHR sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to discover other parts of United Kingdom. Travel around 161 kilometres north-west to Birmingham to tick off its leading attractions. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 177 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.