PEK
Beijing
China
5,827 km
3,621 miles
SHJ
Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
Distance
5,827 km
3,621 mi / 3,146 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
273°
west

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PEK SHJ
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Sharjah International Airport
IATA Code PEK SHJ
ICAO Code ZBAA OMSJ
City Beijing Sharjah
Country China United Arab Emirates
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Dubai
Elevation 116 ft 111 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 25.330000, 55.520000

Beijing (PEK) to Sharjah (SHJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates is 5,827 kilometers (3,621 miles / 3,146 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west at a heading of 273°.

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 United Arab Emirates. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:29 in Beijing, it's 08:29 in Sharjah. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sharjah (SHJ) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 58° (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 Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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