Airport Comparison
Lanzhou (LHW) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) in Lanzhou, China to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 1,197 kilometers (744 miles / 646 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within China. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 16:16 in Lanzhou, it's 16:16 in Beijing.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,272 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Lanzhou (LHW) follows a heading of 255° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.