BHX
Birmingham
United Kingdom
8,139 km
5,057 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
8,139 km
5,057 mi / 4,394 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
45°
northeast

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BHX PEK
Airport Name Birmingham International Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code BHX PEK
ICAO Code EGBB ZBAA
City Birmingham Beijing
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 327 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 52.450000, -1.750000 40.080000, 116.580000

Birmingham (BHX) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Birmingham International Airport (BHX) in Birmingham, United Kingdom to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 8,139 kilometers (5,057 miles / 4,394 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with China. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:52 in Birmingham, it's 21:52 in Beijing. 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 Beijing (PEK) to Birmingham (BHX) follows a heading of 326° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Birmingham International Airport (BHX) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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