Direct (nonstop) flights from Beijing to Lhasa/Lasa

2 airlines fly nonstop from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Lhasa Airport (LXA). It's 1,631 miles (2,625 km), about 4h 30m in the air. Operated by Air China, Tibet Airlines.

PEK
Beijing Capital International Airport
🇨🇳 Beijing, China
LXA
Lhasa Airport
🇨🇳 Lhasa/Lasa, China
Flight Time
4h 30m
Distance
1,631 mi
2,625 km
CO₂/pax
276 kg
−36 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Air China +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air China Air China Tibet Airlines Tibet Airlines

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air China CA Air China
Route
PEK → LXA
Flight Time
4h 30m
Distance
1,631 mi
Tibet Airlines TV Tibet Airlines
Route
PEK → LXA
Flight Time
4h 30m
Distance
1,631 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Beijing to Lhasa/Lasa with one stop · direct emits 276 kg CO₂ per passenger

PEK INC (Yinchuan) LXA
Leg 1: 1h 55m (560 mi) Leg 2: 3h (1,084 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 312 kg CO₂ (+13% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → INC
1h 55m · 560 mi
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Leg 2
INC → LXA
3h · 1,084 mi
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PEK XNN (Xining) LXA
Leg 1: 2h 30m (826 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (815 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 329 kg CO₂ (+19% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → XNN
2h 30m · 826 mi
View PEK to XNN flights →
Leg 2
XNN → LXA
2h 25m · 815 mi
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PEK LHW (Lanzhou) LXA
Leg 1: 2h 30m (746 mi) Leg 2: 2h 35m (889 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 327 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → LHW
2h 30m · 746 mi
View PEK to LHW flights →
Leg 2
LHW → LXA
2h 35m · 889 mi
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PEK MIG (Mian Yang) LXA
Leg 1: 2h 35m (892 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (838 mi) Total: ~5h 5m 🍃 345 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → MIG
2h 35m · 892 mi
View PEK to MIG flights →
Leg 2
MIG → LXA
2h 30m · 838 mi
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PEK DZH (Dazhou) LXA
Leg 1: 2h 30m (807 mi) Leg 2: 2h 45m (995 mi) Total: ~5h 15m 🍃 342 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PEK → DZH
2h 30m · 807 mi
View PEK to DZH flights →
Leg 2
DZH → LXA
2h 45m · 995 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Beijing to Lhasa/Lasa?

A nonstop flight from Beijing (PEK) to Lhasa/Lasa (LXA) takes approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes. The distance is 1,631 miles (2,625 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Beijing to Lhasa/Lasa?

2 airlines: Air China, Tibet Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Beijing to Lhasa/Lasa?

Yes. 2 airlines: Air China, Tibet Airlines.

How far is Beijing from Lhasa/Lasa?

The flight distance from Beijing to Lhasa/Lasa is 1,631 miles (2,625 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Beijing to Lhasa/Lasa?

At 4h 30m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Beijing to Lhasa/Lasa?

Roughly 276 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 1,380 km.

Is the return flight from Lhasa/Lasa to Beijing also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Beijing to Lhasa/Lasa?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Beijing Capital International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.