CIG
Craig
United States
10,005 km
6,217 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
10,005 km
6,217 mi / 5,403 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CIG PEK
Airport Name Craig-Moffat Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code CIG PEK
ICAO Code KCAG ZBAA
City Craig Beijing
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 6,198 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 40.500000, -107.520000 40.080000, 116.580000

Craig (CIG) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Craig-Moffat Airport (CIG) in Craig, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 10,005 kilometers (6,217 miles / 5,403 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 12:04 in Craig, it's 03:04 in Beijing. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,082 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Craig-Moffat Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Craig (CIG) follows a heading of 32° (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 Craig-Moffat Airport (CIG) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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