Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Daxing International Airport (PKX): what you need to know
Beijing's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Beijing eight hours ahead of London.
To ensure you get on your LGW to PKX flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Daxing International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between LGW and PKX include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Currently, $554 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Daxing International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,024. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LGW to PKX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Daxing International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LGW to PKX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Daxing International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to London Gatwick Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.26% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LGW. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Daxing International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick Airport to Daxing International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PKX instead:
Getting from Daxing International Airport (PKX) to central Beijing
Daxing International Airport to the centre of Beijing has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Daxing International Airport (PKX)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Daxing International Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Beijing. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Daxing International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Beijing during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGW to PKX sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
Beijing has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of China waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometres south-east of Beijing, a visit to Tianjin will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Ancient Culture Street, Porcelain house and Haihe River.
Tai'an is another sought-after destination in China and is around 418 kilometres south of Beijing. No trip is complete without a visit to Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.