BZZ
Brize Norton
United Kingdom
8,186 km
5,086 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
8,186 km
5,086 mi / 4,420 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
45°
northeast

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BZZ PEK
Airport Name RAF Brize Norton Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code BZZ PEK
ICAO Code EGVN ZBAA
City Brize Norton Beijing
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 288 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 51.750000, -1.580000 40.080000, 116.580000

Brize Norton (BZZ) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Brize Norton (BZZ) in Brize Norton, United Kingdom to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 8,186 kilometers (5,086 miles / 4,420 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 17:49 in Brize Norton, it's 01:49 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 Brize Norton (BZZ) follows a heading of 325° (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 RAF Brize Norton (BZZ) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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