Flying from Stansted Airport (STN) to Beijing: what you need to know
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is 8 hours ahead of London, where Stansted Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from STN to Beijing. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from STN to Beijing with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
You will need a visa for China if you have a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Stansted Airport to Beijing, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest updates.
Located around 64 kilometres from the centre of London, STN can be reached in approximately 1 hour by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 27 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to STN? If you've booked an early flight from Stansted Airport to Beijing, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Stansted Airport (STN) to Beijing
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stansted Airport to Beijing is RM1,185. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,520. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from STN to Beijing if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Stansted Airport to Beijing throughout the month. It's the best way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Getting a cheap ticket from STN to Beijing is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Stansted Airport to Beijing.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you have a late flight from Stansted Airport to Beijing, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near PEK:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
The centre of Beijing is around 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX). As soon as your flight from Stansted Airport to Beijing has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to PKX. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from STN to Beijing:
Best time to go to Beijing
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Stansted Airport to Beijing. July is the most popular month to travel to Beijing. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 35ºC. Lock in your flights from Stansted Airport to Beijing in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from STN to Beijing sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Beijing
After booking your flight from Stansted Airport to Beijing, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Tiananmen Square are must-visits when exploring Beijing.
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