CNS
Cairns
Australia
7,018 km
4,361 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
7,018 km
4,361 mi / 3,789 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Australia/Brisbane
Heading
335°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CNS PEK
Airport Name Cairns International Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code CNS PEK
ICAO Code YBCS ZBAA
City Cairns Beijing
Country Australia China
Timezone Australia/Brisbane Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 10 ft 116 ft
Coordinates -16.890000, 145.750000 40.080000, 116.580000

Cairns (CNS) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairns International Airport (CNS) in Cairns, Australia to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 7,018 kilometers (4,361 miles / 3,789 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:58 in Cairns, it's 22:58 in Beijing.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Cairns (CNS) follows a heading of 148° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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