PEK
Beijing
China
4,975 km
3,091 miles
ZAJ
Zaranj
Afghanistan
Distance
4,975 km
3,091 mi / 2,686 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
276°
west

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PEK ZAJ
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Zaranj Airport
IATA Code PEK ZAJ
ICAO Code ZBAA OAZJ
City Beijing Zaranj
Country China Afghanistan
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Kabul
Elevation 116 ft 1,572 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 30.970000, 61.870000

Beijing (PEK) to Zaranj (ZAJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) in Zaranj, Afghanistan is 4,975 kilometers (3,091 miles / 2,686 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 276°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:07 in Beijing, it's 21:37 in Zaranj. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,456 feet between the two airports. Zaranj Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Zaranj (ZAJ) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 63° (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 Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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