Traveling from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.
Lhasa's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing.
Flights from PEK to LXA start at 07:40 — the first with Air China. The last service of the day is at 14:55 with Tibet Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 23 weekly Beijing Capital International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your PEK to LXA flight.
Traveling during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air China is your gateway to exploring Lhasa (and perhaps some other great parts of China!). Check out the direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air China on this route.
Air China is the most punctual carrier that operates PEK to LXA flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Beijing Capital International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between PEK and LXA:
Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport
Xianyang International Airport
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
At the moment, $292 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $741. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from PEK to LXA by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Of the departures from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Beijing to Beijing Capital International Airport is approximately 31 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near PEK. Whether you have an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Beijing Capital International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LXA instead:
Getting from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) to central Lhasa
LXA is located at 101 Provincial Rd..
Lhasa Gonggar Airport is approximately 64 kilometers from central Lhasa. Driving there takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Lhasa. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport for June if you want to explore Lhasa during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PEK to LXA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -17ºC (1ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Add a new chapter to your China adventure with a visit to Jêdêxoi, located around 40 kilometers south of Lhasa. Dunbuquguo Temple is just one of the top attractions to put on your itinerary.
Time for another stop? Set out for Chatang. It's roughly 48 kilometers south-east of Lhasa and boasts highlights like Minzhulin Temple.