PEK
Beijing
China
4,175 km
2,594 miles
SKD
Samarkand
Uzbekistan
Distance
4,175 km
2,594 mi / 2,255 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
286°
west northwest

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PEK SKD
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Samarkand Airport
IATA Code PEK SKD
ICAO Code ZBAA UTSS
City Beijing Samarkand
Country China Uzbekistan
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Samarkand
Elevation 116 ft 2,224 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 39.700000, 66.980000

Beijing (PEK) to Samarkand (SKD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Samarkand Airport (SKD) in Samarkand, Uzbekistan is 4,175 kilometers (2,594 miles / 2,255 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

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 Uzbekistan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:09 in Beijing, it's 20:09 in Samarkand. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,108 feet between the two airports. Samarkand Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Samarkand (SKD) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 73° (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 Samarkand Airport (SKD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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