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The price of a flight from London to Beijing changes depending on how far ahead you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, book around 29 days before departure, when the average ticket costs about $602. Fares also tend to climb as the departure date gets closer.
On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from London to Beijing. This 8,163 km route is serviced regularly, with approximately 19 flights per week. You can find more information on how to get to the departure airport in our travel guide.
Flights on this route are operated by LATAM, Air China, and China Southern. Ticket prices change constantly, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and price trend chart provided on this page to find the best option.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for London — Beijing by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $315 in F, and the most expensive are around $605 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
London → Beijing, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $767 | medium | May | $818 | high | Sep | $805 | medium |
| Feb | $843 | high | Jun | $792 | medium | Oct | $869 | high |
| Mar | $754 | medium | Jul | $920 | high | Nov | $703 | low |
| Apr | $805 | high | Aug | $881 | high | Dec | $677 | low |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Beijing is characterized by hot summers, with temperatures peaking at 32.9°C in June, and cold, nearly snowless winters, with January temperatures dropping to -8.8°C. July is the wettest month of the year, bringing over 203 mm of precipitation.
From a budget perspective, December is the most affordable month to fly, with prices starting $369. The highest fares are typically seen in May, when ticket prices can start $651.
The optimal time for a trip is September, when the weather remains comfortable and prices are lower than the summer peaks. It is best to avoid May due to the significant increase in airfares on this route.
There are 3 airlines operating on this route, with Air China and China Southern leading in terms of flight frequency. A total of about 19 flights are operated weekly, including both direct services and connecting options. A detailed schedule, including travel times and departure days, is available in the list below.
Flights London — Beijing depart from Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, Stansted Airport and London Luton Airport and arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 8,163 km. The estimated direct flight time is about 10–11 hours, depending on the specific flight and weather conditions.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by Air China, China Southern, and LATAM.
Airfares are dynamic and vary by season. You can always check the current minimum for your preferred dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
Flights from the UK arrive at Beijing airports. You can find detailed information on how to get from the airport to the city center on our website.
To find the best deals, we recommend using the price trend chart and booking your seats in advance, especially when planning a trip for holiday dates.
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