HEA
Herat Airport
Afghanistan
4,787 km
2,974 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
4,787 km
2,974 mi / 2,585 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
66°
east northeast

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HEA PEK
Airport Name Herat Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code HEA PEK
ICAO Code OAHR ZBAA
City N/A Beijing
Country Afghanistan China
Timezone Asia/Kabul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,206 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 34.210000, 62.230000 40.080000, 116.580000

Herat Airport (HEA) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Herat Airport (HEA) in Herat Airport, Afghanistan to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 4,787 kilometers (2,974 miles / 2,585 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:01 in Herat Airport, it's 04:31 in Beijing. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,090 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Herat Airport.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Herat Airport (HEA) follows a heading of 280° (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 Herat Airport (HEA) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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