CEM
Central
United States
6,383 km
3,966 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
6,383 km
3,966 mi / 3,447 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+17h
America/Anchorage
Heading
296°
west northwest

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CEM PEK
Airport Name Central Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code CEM PEK
ICAO Code PACE ZBAA
City Central Beijing
Country United States China
Timezone America/Anchorage Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 937 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 65.570000, -144.780000 40.080000, 116.580000

Central (CEM) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Central Airport (CEM) in Central, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 6,383 kilometers (3,966 miles / 3,447 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

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 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 08:24 in Central, it's 01:24 in Beijing. With a 17-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 Central (CEM) follows a heading of 29° (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 Central Airport (CEM) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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