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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing, China from £284

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — BJS
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to Beijing

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to Beijing (BJS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£448

One-way from

£284

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

£576

Good round-trip deal

£396 or less

Good one-way deal

£278 or less
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 2/10-12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 30m total
  • London to Beijing
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31/10
  • 31/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 25m total
  • London to Beijing
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (£81 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Beijing
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Beijing. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Thu 2/1012:00LGW - PKX
1 stop18h 10mChina Southern
Sun 12/1012:30PKX - LGW
1 stop25h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 15/9£448
Fri 3/1011:15LGW - PKX
1 stop25h 15mAir China
Mon 13/1020:35PKX - LGW
1 stop17h 20mAir China
Deal found 15/9£463
Fri 3/1011:15LGW - PEK
1 stop24h 15mAir China
Mon 13/1020:30PEK - LGW
1 stop17h 25mAir China
Deal found 15/9£463
Fri 17/1006:55LGW - PEK
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/1118:55PEK - LGW
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9£465
Thu 2/1011:25LGW - PEK
1 stop24h 20mAir China
Sun 12/1020:30PEK - LGW
1 stop17h 25mAir China
Deal found 16/9£467
Sun 28/911:25LGW - PEK
1 stop28h 15mAir China
Fri 10/1002:50PEK - LGW
Nonstop10h 45mAir China
Deal found 16/9£471
Sun 28/912:35LGW - PEK
Nonstop10h 05mAir China
Wed 15/1020:30PEK - LGW
1 stop17h 25mAir China
Deal found 15/9£471
Wed 1/1011:15LGW - PKX
1 stop25h 15mAir China
Wed 14/120:35PKX - LGW
1 stop18h 20mAir China
Deal found 16/9£474
Tue 23/911:25LGW - PEK
1 stop27h 00mAir China
Thu 11/1221:00PEK - LGW
1 stop17h 55mAir China
Deal found 15/9£474
Wed 1/1012:35LGW - PEK
Nonstop10h 05mAir China
Tue 14/1002:50PEK - LGW
Nonstop10h 45mAir China
Deal found 14/9£474
Thu 30/1011:40LGW - PEK
1 stop23h 25mAir China
Thu 6/1121:00PEK - LGW
1 stop17h 55mAir China
Deal found 15/9£476
Mon 27/1011:05LGW - PKX
1 stop24h 25mAir China
Tue 4/1120:35PKX - LGW
1 stop18h 20mAir China
Deal found 16/9£477

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Beijing that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing that are best for you.

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Gatwick

Fly to

Beijing

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Wed 1/10

12:35-05:40

Nonstop10h 05m

Beijing Capital

Wed 15/10

07:40-06:55

1 stop30h 15m

£482

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Wed 5/11

11:40-19:30

1 stop23h 50m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 12/11

20:35-06:55

1 stop18h 20m

£482

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Wed 1/10

11:15-19:30

1 stop25h 15m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 15/10

20:35-06:55

1 stop17h 20m

£482

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Fri 26/9

12:35-05:40

Nonstop10h 05m

Beijing Capital

Mon 20/10

02:50-06:35

Nonstop10h 45m

£491

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Wed 25/2

11:05-19:30

1 stop24h 25m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Thu 9/4

20:35-06:55

1 stop17h 20m

£493

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Wed 25/2

11:05-19:15

1 stop24h 10m

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/4

20:30-06:55

1 stop17h 25m

£493

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Thu 25/12

11:40-19:30

1 stop23h 50m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 20/1

20:35-06:55

1 stop18h 20m

£501

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Sun 1/3

11:05-19:30

1 stop24h 25m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Mon 9/3

20:35-06:55

1 stop18h 20m

£502

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Sun 1/3

11:05-19:30

1 stop24h 25m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 10/3

20:35-06:55

1 stop18h 20m

£502

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Mon 5/1

17:05-16:15

1 stop15h 10m

Beijing Capital

Fri 27/2

00:50-16:10

1 stop23h 20m

£511

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to Beijing

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGW to BJS?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to Beijing. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing?

Share of one-stop return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Shanghai (PVG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 83% of one-stop itineraries from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Shenzhen (SZX) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £453.

What’s the fastest stopover option from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Istanbul (IST) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 16h 09m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 35m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Beijing

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Beijing. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Beijing. Reviews last updated 17 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air China and China Eastern from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air China
7.3
Good
101 reviews
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Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Vanina,Jun 2025

LHR - PEK

Very good but something happened with my flight # my booking had a 22.40 departure only to find out when check in that I was booked on the 20.40 flight so I had to run through a short connection. Never k we why this happened.
Air China
7.3
Good
101 reviews
Air China
7.3
Good
101 reviews
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Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Vanina,Jun 2025

LHR - PEK

Very good but something happened with my flight # my booking had a 22.40 departure only to find out when check in that I was booked on the 20.40 flight so I had to run through a short connection. Never k we why this happened.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
166 reviews
Air China
7.3
Good
101 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

6.2

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.0

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.3

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Vanina,Jun 2025

LHR - PEK

Very good but something happened with my flight # my booking had a 22.40 departure only to find out when check in that I was booked on the 20.40 flight so I had to run through a short connection. Never k we why this happened.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to Beijing. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing?

    There are many flights that can get you from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing in 10h 05m. Fly via Air China or Turkish Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 5069 mi between London Gatwick Airport and Beijing. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing round-trip?

    Air China, at £461, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing.. This flight start at 20% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing?

    While some choose either London Gatwick - Beijing Daxing Intl or London Gatwick - Beijing Nanyuan, London Gatwick - Beijing Capital is the most popular route from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing?

    On average you can expect to pay £868 for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing. The cheapest flight overall is £235 while the most popular route, (London Gatwick - Beijing Capital) is currently priced at £465.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to Beijing that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to Beijing flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to Beijing?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to Beijing.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to Beijing?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to Beijing by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing (average of £566). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing in July is currently the most expensive (average of £908). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Gatwick to Beijing

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Gatwick to Beijing. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ChinaCheapest£461Average£727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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