The flight distance from Imperial Beach Nolf (Ream Field) Airport (NRS) in Imperial Beach, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 10,232 kilometers (6,358 miles / 5,525 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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 05:50 in Imperial Beach, it's 21:50 in Beijing. With a 16-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 Imperial Beach (NRS) follows a heading of 43° (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 Imperial Beach Nolf (Ream Field) Airport (NRS) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.