The flight distance from Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) in La Rioja, Argentina to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 18,786 kilometers (11,673 miles / 10,144 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.

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 Argentina with China. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:50 in La Rioja, it's 21:50 in Beijing. With a 11-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 1,321 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Capitan V A Almonacid Airport.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to La Rioja (IRJ) follows a heading of 16° (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 Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.