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Distance from Beijing to Tokyo

2,089 km (1,298 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

2,089 km

Kilometers

1,298 miles

Miles

~2h 57m

Est. Flight

1h

Time Difference

Beijing

China
Area: 16,411 km²
Population: 21.54M
Timezone: UTC+8
Elevation: 43m

Tokyo

Japan
Area: 2,194 km²
Population: 13.96M
Timezone: UTC+9
Elevation: 40m

The distance between Beijing and Tokyo is roughly equivalent to 5 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Beijing is known for The Forbidden City and Great Wall of China, while Tokyo is famous for Shibuya Crossing and Tokyo Tower.

In terms of city area, Beijing is 7.5x larger than Tokyo. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Beijing from Tokyo?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Beijing to Tokyo is 2,089 km (1,298 miles).

How long is the flight from Beijing to Tokyo?

A direct flight would take approximately 2h 57m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Beijing bigger than Tokyo?

Beijing is larger at 16,411 km², compared to 2,194 km².

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