KVL
Kivalina
United States
5,484 km
3,407 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
5,484 km
3,407 mi / 2,961 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+17h
America/Anchorage
Heading
278°
west

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KVL PEK
Airport Name Kivalina Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code KVL PEK
ICAO Code PAVL ZBAA
City Kivalina Beijing
Country United States China
Timezone America/Anchorage Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 18 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 67.740000, -164.560000 40.080000, 116.580000

Kivalina (KVL) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kivalina Airport (KVL) in Kivalina, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 5,484 kilometers (3,407 miles / 2,961 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

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 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 13:19 in Kivalina, it's 06:19 in Beijing. With a 17-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 Kivalina (KVL) follows a heading of 29° (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 Kivalina Airport (KVL) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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