How many flights from London to Beijing are non-stop?

Historically, approximately 16.7% of flights from London to Beijing are non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically 1. Travelers can expect a significant portion of the available flights to involve at least one connection.

How long is the flight from London to Beijing?

The median direct flight from London to Beijing typically takes 10 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 8153 kilometers. Flights with one stopover have a significantly longer median duration, averaging 17 hours and 10 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

Are non-stop flights from London to Beijing worth the extra cost?

Historically, non-stop flights from London to Beijing are approximately 7% more expensive than connecting flights. The median price for a direct flight is $809, while connecting flights have a median price of $754. Non-stop options account for about 16.6% of the available flights, offering a quicker travel time at a slightly higher cost.

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London to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Beijing

Flights from London to Beijing typically range from $661–$1027, with a median fare of $785. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better pricing.

When considering cheap flights from London to Beijing, the data indicates that May is often the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $699. Following closely are June, with a median fare of $707, and November, with a median fare of $718. These months present the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

A typical journey from London to Beijing covers a substantial distance of 8153 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul route. This means you can expect a significant travel time due to the considerable distance between the two cities.

The typical journey time from London to Beijing is 10h 5m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1. While direct flights from London to Beijing do exist, they represent only 16.7% of recent fares, meaning most travelers will experience a layover.

How much is a round trip from London to Beijing

Regular price: £487 - £829

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Beijing is typically between 487 GBP and 829 GBP. The current lowest deal is 449 GBP with Hainan Airlines for travel from Nov 11-Nov 17.

now £449

Low £487

High £829

The cheapest time to fly from London to Beijing

The cheapest month to fly from London to Beijing is May, with a median price of $696. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $1154. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from £696

October

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,154

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Direct flights from London to Beijing

Air China

China Southern Airlines

Last-minute flights going from London to Beijing

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Beijing

London (LGW) - Beijing (PKX)

China Eastern Airlines

£783

£529

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Beijing

London (LHR) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

£771

£512

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Beijing

London (LGW) - Beijing (PKX)

China Eastern Airlines

£781

£533

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Beijing

London (LGW) - Beijing (PKX)

China Eastern Airlines

£822

£523

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Beijing

London (LHR) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

£763

£503

One-way

Fri, Aug 14

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Beijing

London (LHR) - Beijing (PEK)

Hainan Airlines

£705

£503

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Beijing

2 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 16

£821 → £507

38%

3 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 16

£822 → £523

36%

2 nights

Aug 16 - Aug 18

£815 → £525

36%

3 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 20

£803 → £534

33%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Beijing

London - Beijing route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for London to Beijing are above the typical level at $449.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly from London to Beijing, with a median price of $696.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 10h 5m

Direct flights from London to Beijing typically take 10h 5m, while connecting flights average 18h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 16.7% of recent flights from London to Beijing are direct, with connecting flights being dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Hainan Airlines has a deal for $449

Hainan Airlines offers a recent deal from London to Beijing for $449, valid from Nov 11-Nov 17.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from London to Beijing are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

London main airports to depart from

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

London Heathrow Airport offers the cheapest flights to Beijing, making it a good value option.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£451

Beijing main airports to arrive at

Beijing Capital International (PEK)

Cheapest

Beijing Capital International is a convenient arrival airport for flights to Beijing.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£453

Airports nearby Beijing used as alternative

Tianjin Binhai International (TSN)

Tianjin Binhai International is a primary alternative due to its proximity and 30-minute high-speed rail link to Beijing.

📍 ~115 km from Beijing (reachable by high-speed rail)

💸 Flights from ~£503

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Beijing

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to Beijing is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $782. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a slightly higher average price of $786. Conversely, booking more than 60 days out tends to be significantly more expensive, with an average price of $1353.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from London to Beijing is considered to be $661 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $785. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals historically found at $1027 or below.

Based on historical data, the cheapest months to fly from London to Beijing typically include May, with a median price of $699, and June, with a median price of $707. November also shows a competitive median price of $718. The annual median price for this route is $785, indicating that these months offer prices below the yearly average.

London to Beijing: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Beijing

How much is a round trip from London to Beijing

Regular price: £487 - £829

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Beijing is typically between 487 GBP and 829 GBP. The current lowest deal is 449 GBP with Hainan Airlines for travel from Nov 11-Nov 17.

now £449

Low £487

High £829

The cheapest time to fly from London to Beijing

May

Cheapest

Flights from £696

October

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,154

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec