AXU
Axum Airport
Ethiopia
7,972 km
4,954 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
7,972 km
4,954 mi / 4,305 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Addis_Ababa
Heading
52°
northeast

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AXU PEK
Airport Name Axum Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code AXU PEK
ICAO Code HAAX ZBAA
City N/A Beijing
Country Ethiopia China
Timezone Africa/Addis_Ababa Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 6,959 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 14.150000, 38.770000 40.080000, 116.580000

Axum Airport (AXU) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Axum Airport (AXU) in Axum Airport, Ethiopia to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 7,972 kilometers (4,954 miles / 4,305 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 Ethiopia with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:18 in Axum Airport, it's 06:18 in Beijing. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,843 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Axum Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Axum Airport (AXU) follows a heading of 273° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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