PEK
Beijing
China
9,420 km
5,853 miles
RUA
Arua
Uganda
Distance
9,420 km
5,853 mi / 5,086 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
270°
west

Airport Comparison

PEK RUA
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Arua Airport
IATA Code PEK RUA
ICAO Code ZBAA HUAR
City Beijing Arua
Country China Uganda
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Africa/Kampala
Elevation 116 ft 3,951 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 3.050000, 30.920000

Beijing (PEK) to Arua (RUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda is 9,420 kilometers (5,853 miles / 5,086 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 270°.

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 Uganda. 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 21:24 in Beijing, it's 16:24 in Arua. 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 3,835 feet between the two airports. Arua Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Arua (RUA) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 50° (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 Arua Airport (RUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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