The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Timbuktu Airport (TOM) in Timbuktu, Mali is 11,138 kilometers (6,921 miles / 6,014 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 Mali. 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 04:20 in Beijing, it's 20:20 in Timbuktu. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Timbuktu (TOM) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 43° (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 Timbuktu Airport (TOM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.