Distance from Beijing to Major Cities?
About Beijing: Location & Geography
Beijing
China · Asia
JingNorthern CapitalPolitical Heart of China
Population 18,960,744
Coordinates 39.9075°N,
116.3972°E
Timezone Asia/Shanghai
UTC+8
UTC+8
Elevation 44 m (144 ft)
Country China
Continent Asia
Main Airports PEK · PKX
Distance from Beijing to Major Cities
Calculate Distance from Beijing →| City | Distance | Miles | Direction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London | 8,140 km | 5,058 mi | NW | |
 Paris | 8,217 km | 5,106 mi | NW | |
 Dubai | 5,845 km | 3,632 mi | W | |
| Shanghai | 1,068 km | 664 mi | SE | |
 Tokyo | 2,093 km | 1,301 mi | E | |
 New York City | 10,989 km | 6,828 mi | N | |
| Regional Cities | ||||
 Seoul | 953 km | 592 mi | E | |
 Hong Kong | 1,971 km | 1,225 mi | S | |
 Singapore | 4,478 km | 2,782 mi | S | |
 Taipei | 1,720 km | 1,069 mi | S | |
 Bangkok | 3,296 km | 2,048 mi | SW | |
 Jakarta | 5,221 km | 3,244 mi | S | |
Closest Cities Near Beijing by Radius
Find Cities Within Radius →Within 100 km
| Langfang | 51 km | SE |
| Sanhe | 58 km | E |
| Yangcun | 83 km | SE |
| Yangliuqing | 100 km | SE |
Within 300 km
| Tianjin | 108 km | SE |
| Baoding | 140 km | SW |
| Tangshan | 155 km | E |
| Shijiazhuang | 266 km | SW |
| Tanggu | 146 km | SE |
Within 800 km
| Jinan | 364 km | S |
| Taiyuan | 402 km | SW |
| Zibo | 376 km | SE |
| Dalian | 461 km | E |
| Hohhot | 414 km | W |
| Weifang | 427 km | SE |
| Qingdao | 552 km | SE |
| Liaocheng | 386 km | S |
| Tai’an | 419 km | S |
| Handan | 403 km | SW |
Within 60 miles
| Langfang | 32 mi | SE |
| Sanhe | 36 mi | E |
| Yangcun | 52 mi | SE |
Within 200 miles
| Tianjin | 67 mi | SE |
| Baoding | 87 mi | SW |
| Tangshan | 97 mi | E |
| Shijiazhuang | 165 mi | SW |
| Tanggu | 91 mi | SE |
Within 500 miles
| Jinan | 226 mi | S |
| Taiyuan | 250 mi | SW |
| Zibo | 234 mi | SE |
| Dalian | 286 mi | E |
| Hohhot | 257 mi | W |
| Weifang | 265 mi | SE |
| Qingdao | 343 mi | SE |
| Liaocheng | 240 mi | S |
| Tai’an | 260 mi | S |
| Handan | 250 mi | SW |
Average Flight Times from Beijing
| Destination | Flight Time | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ~10h 3min | 8,140 km | NW |
| Paris | ~10h 8min | 8,217 km | NW |
| Dubai | ~7h 30min | 5,845 km | W |
| Shanghai | ~2h 11min | 1,068 km | SE |
| Tokyo | ~3h 20min | 2,093 km | E |
| New York City | ~13h 13min | 10,989 km | N |
* Estimated based on great-circle distance at 900 km/h cruising speed. Actual times vary by airline, winds, and routing.
Beijing Location & Key Facts
Beijing is the capital of China and one of the world's most historically significant and politically influential cities. Located in northern China at the edge of the North China Plain, it serves as the national center of government, diplomacy, culture, and education. The city combines imperial landmarks such as the Forbidden City with vast ring-road urbanization, major tech districts, and a central role in modern Chinese statecraft.
- ✓Home to the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and sections of the Great Wall near the capital region
- ✓Seat of the Chinese central government and a key global center for diplomacy and international affairs
- ✓Hosts leading universities including Peking University and Tsinghua University, giving it one of Asia's strongest academic ecosystems
- ✓One of the world's largest metro systems by ridership and route length, supporting a vast megacity population
- ✓Hosted the 2008 Summer Olympics and 2022 Winter Olympics, becoming the first city to stage both events
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Beijing from the North Pole?
Beijing is approximately 5,570 km (3,461 miles) from the North Pole (geographic north, 90°N). The straight-line great-circle distance places Beijing at 50.1° from the polar region.
How far is Beijing from the South Pole?
The distance from Beijing to the South Pole (90°S, Antarctica) is approximately 14,445 km (8,976 miles).
How far is Beijing from the equator?
Beijing lies at 39.9075° north latitude, approximately 4,443 km (2,761 miles) from the equator.
How far is Beijing from Rome?
The great-circle distance from Beijing to Rome, Italy is approximately 8,124 km (5,048 miles). Rome is located at 41.89°N, 12.51°E in central Italy.
How long is the flight from Beijing to Seoul?
The estimated flight time from Beijing to Seoul is approximately 2h 4min. This is based on great-circle distance and a typical cruising speed of 900 km/h. Actual flight times vary depending on airline, routing, and wind conditions.
How many cities are within 200 km of Beijing?
There are 30 cities within 200 km of Beijing in our dataset of 600+ major global cities, including Tianjin, Tangshan, Baoding.