AWK
Wake Island
UM
5,276 km
3,278 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
5,276 km
3,278 mi / 2,849 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Wake
Heading
307°
northwest

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AWK PEK
Airport Name Wake Island Airfield Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code AWK PEK
ICAO Code PWAK ZBAA
City Wake Island Beijing
Country UM China
Timezone Pacific/Wake Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 23 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 19.280000, 166.640000 40.080000, 116.580000

Wake Island (AWK) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Wake Island Airfield (AWK) in Wake Island, UM to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 5,276 kilometers (3,278 miles / 2,849 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting UM with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:01 in Wake Island, it's 02:01 in Beijing. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Wake Island (AWK) follows a heading of 101° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Wake Island Airfield (AWK) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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