PEK
Beijing
China
10,205 km
6,341 miles
RLT
Arlit
Niger
Distance
10,205 km
6,341 mi / 5,510 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
297°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

PEK RLT
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Arlit Airport
IATA Code PEK RLT
ICAO Code ZBAA DRZL
City Beijing Arlit
Country China Niger
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Africa/Niamey
Elevation 116 ft 1,443 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 18.790000, 7.370000

Beijing (PEK) to Arlit (RLT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Arlit Airport (RLT) in Arlit, Niger is 10,205 kilometers (6,341 miles / 5,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:49 in Beijing, it's 05:49 in Arlit. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,327 feet between the two airports. Arlit Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Arlit (RLT) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 46° (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 Arlit Airport (RLT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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