JAC
Jackson
United States
9,571 km
5,947 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
9,571 km
5,947 mi / 5,168 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
326°
northwest

Airport Comparison

JAC PEK
Airport Name Jackson Hole Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code JAC PEK
ICAO Code KJAC ZBAA
City Jackson Beijing
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 6,451 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 43.610000, -110.740000 40.080000, 116.580000

Jackson (JAC) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) in Jackson, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 9,571 kilometers (5,947 miles / 5,168 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 08:43 in Jackson, it's 23:43 in Beijing. With a 15-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 6,335 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Jackson Hole Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Jackson (JAC) follows a heading of 32° (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 Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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