FAB
Farnborough
United Kingdom
8,184 km
5,085 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
8,184 km
5,085 mi / 4,419 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Europe/London
Heading
45°
northeast

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FAB PEK
Airport Name Farnborough Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code FAB PEK
ICAO Code EGLF ZBAA
City Farnborough Beijing
Country United Kingdom China
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 238 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 51.280000, -0.780000 40.080000, 116.580000

Farnborough (FAB) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Farnborough Airport (FAB) in Farnborough, United Kingdom to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 8,184 kilometers (5,085 miles / 4,419 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 15:50 in Farnborough, it's 23:50 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 Farnborough (FAB) 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 Farnborough Airport (FAB) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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