GWT
Westerland
Germany
7,461 km
4,636 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
7,461 km
4,636 mi / 4,029 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
52°
northeast

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GWT PEK
Airport Name Westerland Sylt Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code GWT PEK
ICAO Code EDXW ZBAA
City Westerland Beijing
Country Germany China
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 51 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 54.910000, 8.340000 40.080000, 116.580000

Westerland (GWT) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) in Westerland, Germany to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 7,461 kilometers (4,636 miles / 4,029 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 Germany 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 09:47 in Westerland, it's 16:47 in Beijing. With a 7-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 Westerland (GWT) follows a heading of 324° (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 Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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