KCU
Masindi
Uganda
9,443 km
5,867 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
9,443 km
5,867 mi / 5,099 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kampala
Heading
50°
northeast

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KCU PEK
Airport Name Masindi Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code KCU PEK
ICAO Code HUMI ZBAA
City Masindi Beijing
Country Uganda China
Timezone Africa/Kampala Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,850 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 1.760000, 31.740000 40.080000, 116.580000

Masindi (KCU) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Masindi Airport (KCU) in Masindi, Uganda to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 9,443 kilometers (5,867 miles / 5,099 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Uganda 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 19:44 in Masindi, it's 00:44 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 3,734 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Masindi Airport.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Masindi (KCU) follows a heading of 268° (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 Masindi Airport (KCU) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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