PEK
Beijing
China
3,378 km
2,099 miles
RUK
Rukumkot
Nepal
Distance
3,378 km
2,099 mi / 1,824 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2.25h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
259°
west southwest

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PEK RUK
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Rukumkot Airport
IATA Code PEK RUK
ICAO Code ZBAA VNRK
City Beijing Rukumkot
Country China Nepal
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 116 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 28.630000, 82.190000

Beijing (PEK) to Rukumkot (RUK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Rukumkot Airport (RUK) in Rukumkot, Nepal is 3,378 kilometers (2,099 miles / 1,824 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 259°.

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 18:41 in Beijing, it's 16:26 in Rukumkot.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,384 feet between the two airports. Rukumkot Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Rukumkot (RUK) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 59° (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 Rukumkot Airport (RUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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