PEK
Beijing
China
8,023 km
4,985 miles
PIK
Glasgow
United Kingdom
Distance
8,023 km
4,985 mi / 4,332 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
329°
north northwest

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PEK PIK
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Glasgow Prestwick Airport
IATA Code PEK PIK
ICAO Code ZBAA EGPK
City Beijing Glasgow
Country China United Kingdom
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/London
Elevation 116 ft 65 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 55.510000, -4.590000

Beijing (PEK) to Glasgow (PIK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) in Glasgow, United Kingdom is 8,023 kilometers (4,985 miles / 4,332 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 China with United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:07 in Beijing, it's 16:07 in Glasgow. With a 8-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 Glasgow (PIK) to Beijing (PEK) 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 Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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