MSW
Massawa
Eritrea
7,818 km
4,858 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
7,818 km
4,858 mi / 4,221 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Asmara
Heading
52°
northeast

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MSW PEK
Airport Name Massawa International Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code MSW PEK
ICAO Code HHMS ZBAA
City Massawa Beijing
Country Eritrea China
Timezone Africa/Asmara Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 194 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 15.670000, 39.370000 40.080000, 116.580000

Massawa (MSW) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Massawa International Airport (MSW) in Massawa, Eritrea to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 7,818 kilometers (4,858 miles / 4,221 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 Eritrea 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 04:28 in Massawa, it's 09:28 in Beijing. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Massawa (MSW) follows a heading of 274° (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 Massawa International Airport (MSW) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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