KGF
Karaganda
Kazakhstan
3,516 km
2,185 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
3,516 km
2,185 mi / 1,899 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Almaty
Heading
91°
east

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KGF PEK
Airport Name Sary-Arka International Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code KGF PEK
ICAO Code UAKK ZBAA
City Karaganda Beijing
Country Kazakhstan China
Timezone Asia/Almaty Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,766 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 49.670000, 73.330000 40.080000, 116.580000

Karaganda (KGF) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sary-Arka International Airport (KGF) in Karaganda, Kazakhstan to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 3,516 kilometers (2,185 miles / 1,899 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east at a heading of 91°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Kazakhstan with China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:28 in Karaganda, it's 17:28 in Beijing. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,650 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Sary-Arka International Airport.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Karaganda (KGF) follows a heading of 302° (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 Sary-Arka International Airport (KGF) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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