MTJ
Montrose
United States
10,176 km
6,323 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
10,176 km
6,323 mi / 5,494 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
328°
north northwest

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MTJ PEK
Airport Name Montrose Regional Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code MTJ PEK
ICAO Code KMTJ ZBAA
City Montrose Beijing
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 5,759 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 38.510000, -107.890000 40.080000, 116.580000

Montrose (MTJ) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) in Montrose, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 10,176 kilometers (6,323 miles / 5,494 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 06:41 in Montrose, it's 21:41 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 5,643 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Montrose Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Montrose (MTJ) follows a heading of 33° (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 Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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