GHM
Centerville
United States
11,228 km
6,977 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
11,228 km
6,977 mi / 6,063 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
342°
north northwest

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GHM PEK
Airport Name Centerville Municipal Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code GHM PEK
ICAO Code KGHM ZBAA
City Centerville Beijing
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 765 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 35.800000, -87.400000 40.080000, 116.580000

Centerville (GHM) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Centerville Municipal Airport (GHM) in Centerville, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 11,228 kilometers (6,977 miles / 6,063 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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 13:09 in Centerville, it's 03:09 in Beijing. With a 14-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 Centerville (GHM) follows a heading of 20° (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 Centerville Municipal Airport (GHM) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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