PEK
Beijing
China
2,411 km
1,498 miles
SQH
Son-La
Vietnam
Distance
2,411 km
1,498 mi / 1,302 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
213°
south southwest

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PEK SQH
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Na-San Airport
IATA Code PEK SQH
ICAO Code ZBAA VVNS
City Beijing Son-La
Country China Vietnam
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
Elevation 116 ft 2,133 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 21.220000, 104.030000

Beijing (PEK) to Son-La (SQH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Na-San Airport (SQH) in Son-La, Vietnam is 2,411 kilometers (1,498 miles / 1,302 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 213°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting China with Vietnam. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:08 in Beijing, it's 12:08 in Son-La.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,017 feet between the two airports. Na-San Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Son-La (SQH) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 27° (north 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 Na-San Airport (SQH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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