The flight distance from San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 14,135 kilometers (8,783 miles / 7,633 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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 Costa Rica 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 13:38 in Perez Zeledon, it's 03:38 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,984 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than San Isidro del General Airport.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Perez Zeledon (IPZ) follows a heading of 25° (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 San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.