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Flight deals from Beijing to London Gatwick

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Beijing to London Gatwick? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
London.R 4,694 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 May.One-way flight with Hainan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hainan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Thu, 22 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,694, select.
London.R 4,916 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun.One-way flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,916, select.
London.R 4,916 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Oct.One-way flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,916, select.
London.R 5,035 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,035, select.
London.R 5,041 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jul.One-way flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,041, select.
London.R 5,974 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Aug.One-way flight with Turkmenistan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkmenistan Airlines, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,974, select.
London.R 6,834 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,834, select.
London.R 6,844 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Nov.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Beijing Capital on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,844, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Beijing to London Gatwick

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Beijing to London Gatwick flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from R 15,264
May
from R 4,723
Jun
from R 4,947
Jul
from R 5,072
Aug
from R 6,011
Sep
from R 5,066
Oct
from R 4,947
Nov
from R 6,886
Dec
from R 6,876
Jan
from R 6,886
Feb
from R 6,886
Mar
from R 6,888

Direct flights from Beijing to London Gatwick

Beijing to London Gatwick: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Beijing to London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than London Gatwick.

Beijing to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 4,694
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time11 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineAir China
Average flights per week6

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Beijing to London Gatwick is R 10,794. 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.
11 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Beijing to London Gatwick.
Air China flies direct from Beijing to London Gatwick.
As of April 2025, there are 6 flights per week flying from Beijing to London Gatwick.
The cheapest month to fly from Beijing to London Gatwick is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport on Thursday, 22 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 5 minutes.
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 London Gatwick 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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

  • There are two main airports you can fly out of in Beijing. Check out your options leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when planning your flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).

  • London Gatwick Airport is located in London. The city operates in the UTC+0 timezone and is 8 hours behind Beijing.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Beijing to LGW.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Beijing to LGW. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Take a pause at one of these popular airports:

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

    • Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

  • To get to PEK from central Beijing, it takes about 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Beijing Capital International Airport:

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

  • Planning to leave from Daxing International Airport (PKX)? You can book a direct flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) departing from this hub.

  • From PKX, direct flights from Beijing to LGW are available with Air China.

  • Break up your flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Popular stopovers between Daxing International Airport and LGW are:

    • Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

    • Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

  • Depending on traffic, you can drive to PKX from Beijing's centre in about 1 hour and 3 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away.

  • You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to LGW:

About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London

  • London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London takes around 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 80 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 26 minutes.

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

  • R 4,694 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport. Return flights start from R 10,861. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Beijing to LGW if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap tickets from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.

  • Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices fall. It's all about timing when scoring cheap tickets from Beijing to LGW.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport.

The best time to fly from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

  • February is the quietest time of year to fly to London. Alternatively, follow the crowds and take off in August. This is the most popular month for flights from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport, but the best time to go is up to you.

  • Schedule your flight from Beijing to LGW for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Beijing to London Gatwick Airport in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.

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Complete your London trip with a car rental

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