PEK
Beijing
China
5,817 km
3,615 miles
VKO
Moscow
Russia
Distance
5,817 km
3,615 mi / 3,141 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
315°
northwest

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PEK VKO
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Vnukovo International Airport
IATA Code PEK VKO
ICAO Code ZBAA UUWW
City Beijing Moscow
Country China Russia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Moscow
Elevation 116 ft 685 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 55.590000, 37.260000

Beijing (PEK) to Moscow (VKO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) in Moscow, Russia is 5,817 kilometers (3,615 miles / 3,141 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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 Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:47 in Beijing, it's 17:47 in Moscow. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Moscow (VKO) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 72° (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 Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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