PEK
Beijing
China
6,720 km
4,175 miles
PMS
Palmyra Airport
Syria
Distance
6,720 km
4,175 mi / 3,628 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
292°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

PEK PMS
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Palmyra Airport
IATA Code PEK PMS
ICAO Code ZBAA OSPR
City Beijing N/A
Country China Syria
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Damascus
Elevation 116 ft 1,322 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 34.560000, 38.320000

Beijing (PEK) to Palmyra Airport (PMS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Palmyra Airport (PMS) in Palmyra Airport, Syria is 6,720 kilometers (4,175 miles / 3,628 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:33 in Beijing, it's 16:33 in Palmyra Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,206 feet between the two airports. Palmyra Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Palmyra Airport (PMS) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 59° (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 Palmyra Airport (PMS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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