CXH
Vancouver
Canada
8,488 km
5,274 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
8,488 km
5,274 mi / 4,583 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+16h
America/Vancouver
Heading
317°
northwest

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CXH PEK
Airport Name Vancouver Harbour BC (Water Airport) Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code CXH PEK
ICAO Code CYHC ZBAA
City Vancouver Beijing
Country Canada China
Timezone America/Vancouver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 0 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 49.290000, -123.110000 40.080000, 116.580000

Vancouver (CXH) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Vancouver Harbour BC (Water Airport) (CXH) in Vancouver, Canada to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 8,488 kilometers (5,274 miles / 4,583 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.

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 Canada 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 21:08 in Vancouver, it's 13:08 in Beijing. With a 16-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 Vancouver (CXH) follows a heading of 35° (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 Vancouver Harbour BC (Water Airport) (CXH) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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