PEK
Beijing
China
5,654 km
3,513 miles
PYK
Payam Airport
Iran
Distance
5,654 km
3,513 mi / 3,053 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
287°
west northwest

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PEK PYK
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Payam Airport
IATA Code PEK PYK
ICAO Code ZBAA OIIP
City Beijing N/A
Country China Iran
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Tehran
Elevation 116 ft 4,170 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 35.780000, 50.830000

Beijing (PEK) to Payam Airport (PYK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Payam Airport (PYK) in Payam Airport, Iran is 5,654 kilometers (3,513 miles / 3,053 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:35 in Beijing, it's 12:05 in Payam Airport. The 4.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,054 feet between the two airports. Payam Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Payam Airport (PYK) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 64° (east 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 Payam Airport (PYK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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