LUL
Laurel
United States
11,607 km
7,213 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
11,607 km
7,213 mi / 6,268 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Chicago
Heading
340°
north northwest

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LUL PEK
Airport Name Hesler-Noble Field Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code LUL PEK
ICAO Code KLUL ZBAA
City Laurel Beijing
Country United States China
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 238 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 31.670000, -89.170000 40.080000, 116.580000

Laurel (LUL) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Hesler-Noble Field (LUL) in Laurel, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 11,607 kilometers (7,213 miles / 6,268 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 340°.

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 18:02 in Laurel, it's 08:02 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.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Laurel (LUL) follows a heading of 22° (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 Hesler-Noble Field (LUL) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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