IST
Istanbul
Turkey
7,081 km
4,400 miles
PKX
Beijing
China
Distance
7,081 km
4,400 mi / 3,823 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
59°
east northeast

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IST PKX
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Beijing Daxing International Airport
IATA Code IST PKX
ICAO Code LTFM ZBAD
City Istanbul Beijing
Country Turkey China
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 325 ft 82 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 39.500000, 116.400000

Istanbul (IST) to Beijing (PKX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) in Beijing, China is 7,081 kilometers (4,400 miles / 3,823 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 Turkey with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:50 in Istanbul, it's 10:50 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 (PKX) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 303° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Istanbul Airport (IST) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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