ELQ
Gassim Airport
Saudi Arabia
6,760 km
4,200 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
6,760 km
4,200 mi / 3,650 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
57°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

ELQ PEK
Airport Name Gassim Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code ELQ PEK
ICAO Code OEGS ZBAA
City N/A Beijing
Country Saudi Arabia China
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 2,126 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 26.300000, 43.770000 40.080000, 116.580000

Gassim Airport (ELQ) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gassim Airport (ELQ) in Gassim Airport, Saudi Arabia to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 6,760 kilometers (4,200 miles / 3,650 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 Saudi Arabia with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:10 in Gassim Airport, it's 02:10 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 2,010 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Gassim Airport.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Gassim Airport (ELQ) follows a heading of 281° (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 Gassim Airport (ELQ) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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