PEK
Beijing
China
3,083 km
1,916 miles
PPL
Phaplu
Nepal
Distance
3,083 km
1,916 mi / 1,665 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2.25h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
252°
west southwest

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PEK PPL
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Phaplu Airport
IATA Code PEK PPL
ICAO Code ZBAA VNPL
City Beijing Phaplu
Country China Nepal
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 116 ft 7,918 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 27.520000, 86.580000

Beijing (PEK) to Phaplu (PPL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Phaplu Airport (PPL) in Phaplu, Nepal is 3,083 kilometers (1,916 miles / 1,665 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:05 in Beijing, it's 19:50 in Phaplu.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,802 feet between the two airports. Phaplu Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Phaplu (PPL) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 55° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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