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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 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — BJS
21 Mar — 28 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 19 February 2026.

Sat 26/918:00
LGW
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PKX
1 stop19h 10m
China Eastern
Sun 11/1013:00
PKX
-
LGW
1 stop24h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/2£463
Sat 26/911:35
LGW
-
PEK
1 stop15h 50m
China Eastern
Sun 11/1007:00
PEK
-
LGW
1 stop30h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 19/2£463
Sat 26/911:35
LGW
-
PKX
1 stop16h 45m
China Eastern
Mon 19/1019:45
PKX
-
LGW
1 stop17h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/2£464
Thu 1/1011:35
LGW
-
PEK
1 stop15h 50m
China Eastern
Sun 18/1007:00
PEK
-
LGW
1 stop16h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/2£464
Wed 15/418:25
LGW
-
PKX
1 stop18h 45m
China Eastern
Sun 3/519:45
PKX
-
LGW
1 stop26h 25m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/2£465
Wed 27/511:35
LGW
-
PEK
1 stop15h 50m
China Eastern
Mon 1/614:30
PEK
-
LGW
1 stop31h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/2£465
Mon 27/411:35
LGW
-
PKX
1 stop16h 45m
China Eastern
Tue 5/519:45
PKX
-
LGW
1 stop17h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/2£466
Mon 27/418:05
LGW
-
PEK
1 stop16h 55m
China Eastern
Wed 6/519:30
PEK
-
LGW
1 stop18h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 17/2£466
Tue 21/418:00
LGW
-
PKX
1 stop23h 05m
China Eastern
Sun 3/513:00
PKX
-
LGW
1 stop33h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/2£467
Tue 21/411:35
LGW
-
PEK
1 stop15h 50m
China Eastern
Sun 3/519:30
PEK
-
LGW
1 stop26h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 16/2£467
Thu 28/509:00
LGW
-
PKX
1 stop22h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/501:45
PKX
-
LGW
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/2£470
Wed 27/511:35
LGW
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PKX
1 stop17h 45m
China Eastern
Mon 1/619:45
PKX
-
LGW
1 stop26h 15m
China Eastern
Deal found 18/2£473

Find 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 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£464

One-way from

£284

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£582

Good round-trip deal

£440 or less

Good one-way deal

£286 or less
China Eastern
  • China Eastern
  • 21/4-3/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 45m total
  • London to Beijing
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  • 14/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 45m total
  • London to Beijing
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£25 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 19 February 2026.
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 - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Tue 21/4

18:00-11:20

1 stop34h 20m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Sun 3/5

19:45-15:10

1 stop26h 25m

£464

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Thu 30/4

11:35-11:20

1 stop16h 45m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Tue 12/5

19:45-06:40

1 stop17h 55m

£464

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Wed 29/4

11:35-10:25

1 stop15h 50m

Beijing Capital

Tue 5/5

19:30-06:40

1 stop18h 10m

£466

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Thu 30/4

18:00-18:00

1 stop17h 00m

Beijing Capital

Tue 5/5

19:30-06:40

1 stop18h 10m

£466

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Tue 28/4

11:35-10:25

1 stop15h 50m

Beijing Capital

Tue 5/5

19:30-06:40

1 stop18h 10m

£466

LondonBeijing

LGW - PKX

LGWPKX

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

11:35-00:05

1 stop29h 30m

Beijing Daxing Intl

Wed 13/5

13:00-15:00

1 stop33h 00m

£484

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Thu 7/5

11:35-23:50

1 stop29h 15m

Beijing Capital

Wed 13/5

14:30-15:00

1 stop31h 30m

£484

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Wed 27/5

11:35-13:00

1 stop18h 25m

Beijing Capital

Tue 2/6

21:30-15:00

1 stop24h 30m

£484

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Tue 26/5

11:35-12:00

1 stop17h 25m

Beijing Capital

Tue 2/6

21:30-15:00

1 stop24h 30m

£484

LondonBeijing

LGW - PEK

LGWPEK

London Gatwick

Wed 10/6

11:35-10:25

1 stop15h 50m

Beijing Capital

Sun 14/6

07:00-16:00

1 stop16h 00m

£487

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Cheapflights Insights

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 19 February 2026.

When flying from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 64% 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 £456.

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: 15h 20m.

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.

How often are flights from London to Beijing delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between London and Beijing have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 118 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Beijing flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Beijing flights?

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

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 19 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air China 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
7.2
Good
139 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 5
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - TFU

It would be nice to have backseat TV or complimentary Wi-Fi.
Air China
7.2
Good
139 reviews
Air China
7.2
Good
139 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.0

Entertainment

6.3

Overall

7.2

Reviews

1 / 5
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BKK - TFU

It would be nice to have backseat TV or complimentary Wi-Fi.

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 34h 20m. Fly via China Eastern to get the fastest option. There are 5096 mi between London Gatwick Airport and Beijing.

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

    Air China, at £464, was found to be the cheapest airline from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing.. This flight start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    On average you can expect to pay £969 for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Beijing. The cheapest flight overall is £250 while the most popular route, (London Gatwick - Beijing Daxing Intl) is currently priced at £441.

  • 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.

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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 19 February 2026.
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Air ChinaCheapest£464Average£732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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