PAZ
Poza Rica
Mexico
12,401 km
7,706 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
12,401 km
7,706 mi / 6,696 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+14h
America/Mexico_City
Heading
333°
north northwest

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PAZ PEK
Airport Name El Tajin National Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code PAZ PEK
ICAO Code MMPA ZBAA
City Poza Rica Beijing
Country Mexico China
Timezone America/Mexico_City Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 497 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 20.600000, -97.460000 40.080000, 116.580000

Poza Rica (PAZ) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from El Tajin National Airport (PAZ) in Poza Rica, Mexico to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 12,401 kilometers (7,706 miles / 6,696 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 Mexico 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 20:22 in Poza Rica, it's 10:22 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 Poza Rica (PAZ) follows a heading of 34° (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 El Tajin National Airport (PAZ) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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