Travelling from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Beijing: what you need to know
Beijing is 8 hours ahead of London, where London Luton Airport is located. Beijing operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your flight from LTN to Beijing. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When searching for flights from LTN to Beijing, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
To enter China for tourism purposes, you'll need a visa if you hold a passport from United Kingdom. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from London Luton Airport to Beijing.
Located around 56 kilometres from central London, LTN can be reached in approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 21 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your vacation? Stay near LTN. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Luton Airport to Beijing or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Beijing
C$549 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London Luton Airport to Beijing. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,058. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LTN to Beijing. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap tickets from London Luton Airport to Beijing is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and score a great deal.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Luton Airport to Beijing.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 40 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from London Luton Airport to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is about 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). Once your flight from London Luton Airport to Beijing has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
There are some great places to drop your things at near PKX. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from LTN to Beijing at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
July is the busiest month for flights from London Luton Airport to Beijing. To escape the crowds, travel to Beijing in February when it's quieter.
Book your flight from London Luton Airport to Beijing for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC to 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap flights from LTN to Beijing sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London Luton Airport to Beijing, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are attractions you won't want to skip in Beijing.
Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental
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