LCY
London
United Kingdom
8,124 km
5,048 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
8,124 km
5,048 mi / 4,387 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
46°
northeast

Airport Comparison

LCY PEK
Airport Name London City Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code LCY PEK
ICAO Code EGLC ZBAA
City London Beijing
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 19 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 51.510000, 0.060000 40.080000, 116.580000

London (LCY) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London City Airport (LCY) in London, United Kingdom to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 8,124 kilometers (5,048 miles / 4,387 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 46°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:21 in London, it's 14:21 in Beijing. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to London (LCY) follows a heading of 324° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the London City Airport (LCY) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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