OAI
Bagram
Afghanistan
4,162 km
2,586 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
4,162 km
2,586 mi / 2,247 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
68°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

OAI PEK
Airport Name Bagram Air Base Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code OAI PEK
ICAO Code OAIX ZBAA
City Bagram Beijing
Country Afghanistan China
Timezone Asia/Kabul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 4,895 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 34.950000, 69.270000 40.080000, 116.580000

Bagram (OAI) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bagram Air Base (OAI) in Bagram, Afghanistan to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 4,162 kilometers (2,586 miles / 2,247 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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 22:02 in Bagram, it's 01:32 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 4,779 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Bagram Air Base.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Bagram (OAI) follows a heading of 278° (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 Bagram Air Base (OAI) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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