KWH
Khwahan
Afghanistan
3,969 km
2,466 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
3,969 km
2,466 mi / 2,143 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
72°
east northeast

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KWH PEK
Airport Name Khwahan Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code KWH PEK
ICAO Code OAHN ZBAA
City Khwahan Beijing
Country Afghanistan China
Timezone Asia/Kabul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,593 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 37.880000, 70.220000 40.080000, 116.580000

Khwahan (KWH) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Khwahan Airport (KWH) in Khwahan, Afghanistan to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 3,969 kilometers (2,466 miles / 2,143 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 14:36 in Khwahan, it's 18:06 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 3,477 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Khwahan Airport.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Khwahan (KWH) follows a heading of 282° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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