Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA): what you need to know
Lhasa is eight hours ahead of London and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LHR to LXA flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport. These are the top stopovers between LHR and LXA:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Tianfu International Airport
Changsha Huanghua Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
₹ 54,646 is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport flight. Return flights start at ₹ 87,113. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LHR to LXA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near LHR. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
If you have a late London Heathrow Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near LXA:
Getting from Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA) to central Lhasa
You'll find LXA at 101 Provincial Rd..
Lhasa Gonggar Airport to central Lhasa has a drive time of about 1 hour 15 minutes. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
When to fly to Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Lhasa. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Lhasa is June, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC. Lock in your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Lhasa Gonggar Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from LHR to LXA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -17ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of China
Get more out of your China trip by exploring beyond Lhasa. About 40 kilometres away to the south, Jêdêxoi is another exciting city to put on your itinerary. Check off some of its popular attractions such as Dunbuquguo Temple while you're there.
Have time for another stop? Head onward to Chatang. It's located about 48 kilometres south-east of Lhasa and boasts highlights like Minzhulin Temple.