PEK
Beijing
China
11,703 km
7,272 miles
SWX
Shakawe
Botswana
Distance
11,703 km
7,272 mi / 6,319 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
259°
west southwest

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PEK SWX
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Shakawe Airport
IATA Code PEK SWX
ICAO Code ZBAA FBSW
City Beijing Shakawe
Country China Botswana
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Africa/Gaborone
Elevation 116 ft 3,379 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 -18.370000, 21.830000

Beijing (PEK) to Shakawe (SWX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Shakawe Airport (SWX) in Shakawe, Botswana is 11,703 kilometers (7,272 miles / 6,319 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 259°.

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 Botswana. 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 15:07 in Beijing, it's 09:07 in Shakawe. With a 6-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 3,263 feet between the two airports. Shakawe Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Shakawe (SWX) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 52° (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 Shakawe Airport (SWX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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