GAS
Garissa
Kenya
8,933 km
5,551 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
8,933 km
5,551 mi / 4,823 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
49°
northeast

Airport Comparison

GAS PEK
Airport Name Garissa Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code GAS PEK
ICAO Code HKGA ZBAA
City Garissa Beijing
Country Kenya China
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 475 ft 116 ft
Coordinates -0.460000, 39.650000 40.080000, 116.580000

Garissa (GAS) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Garissa Airport (GAS) in Garissa, Kenya to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 8,933 kilometers (5,551 miles / 4,823 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:00 in Garissa, it's 16:00 in Beijing. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Garissa (GAS) follows a heading of 261° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Garissa Airport (GAS) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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