Flying from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA): What you need to know
Beijing's main airport is Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Explore your departure options from this terminal when booking flights from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA).
4 hours 20 minutes is the average duration of a direct Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport flight.
Lhasa (where Lhasa Gonggar Airport is located) and Beijing share the UTC+8 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
With 17 direct flights a week between the two airports, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 6:05am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from PEK to LXA is with Tibet Airlines at 2:55pm.
To ensure you catch your flight from Beijing to LXA, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) take off from this terminal.
When departing from PEK, you can catch a direct flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport with Air China.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between PEK and LXA is Air China.
Air China is the most punctual carrier on this route.
Located around 27 kilometres from central Beijing, PEK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Beijing Capital International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
81% of flights departing from Beijing Capital International Airport touch down at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from PEK.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
On public transport, you can travel from central Beijing to PKX in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Beijing Daxing International Airport the day before your Beijing to LXA flight:
Beijing Daxing International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 87% of flights departing here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near LXA:
You'll find LXA at 101 Provincial Rd..
Getting from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) to central Lhasa
From Lhasa Gonggar Airport, central Lhasa is around 64 kilometres away. It takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling by public transport takes around 2 hours.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport is $272. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $592. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To snag cheap flights from Beijing to LXA, book your plane ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
December is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA), while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Lhasa based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Lhasa is June, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Lock in your Beijing to LXA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between -17ºC (1ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Lhasa
After booking your flight from Beijing to Lhasa Gonggar Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Lhasa:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Potala Palace, White Palace, Potala Palace and Snow City, Potala Palace are essential stops on your Lhasa itinerary.