BDF
Bradford
United States
10,594 km
6,583 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
10,594 km
6,583 mi / 5,720 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
340°
north northwest

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BDF PEK
Airport Name Rinkenberger Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code BDF PEK
ICAO Code 3IS8 ZBAA
City Bradford Beijing
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 808 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 41.230000, -89.620000 40.080000, 116.580000

Bradford (BDF) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rinkenberger Airport (BDF) in Bradford, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 10,594 kilometers (6,583 miles / 5,720 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 United States with China. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:00 in Bradford, it's 02:00 in Beijing. With a 14-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 Beijing (PEK) to Bradford (BDF) follows a heading of 19° (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 Rinkenberger Airport (BDF) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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