PEK
Beijing
China
9,894 km
6,148 miles
WAQ
Antsalova
Madagascar
Distance
9,894 km
6,148 mi / 5,342 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
244°
west southwest

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PEK WAQ
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Antsalova Airport
IATA Code PEK WAQ
ICAO Code ZBAA FMMG
City Beijing Antsalova
Country China Madagascar
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 116 ft 551 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 -18.700000, 44.610000

Beijing (PEK) to Antsalova (WAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Antsalova Airport (WAQ) in Antsalova, Madagascar is 9,894 kilometers (6,148 miles / 5,342 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting China with Madagascar. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:44 in Beijing, it's 00:44 in Antsalova. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Antsalova (WAQ) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 47° (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 Antsalova Airport (WAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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