Airport Comparison
| AFA | PEK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport | Beijing Capital International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFA | PEK |
| ICAO Code | SAMR | ZBAA |
| City | San Rafael | Beijing |
| Country | Argentina | China |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 2,470 ft | 116 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.590000, -68.400000 | 40.080000, 116.580000 |
San Rafael (AFA) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 19,263 kilometers (11,969 miles / 10,401 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Argentina with China. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:13 in San Rafael, it's 00:13 in Beijing. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,354 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport.
The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 37° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.