PEK
Beijing
China
8,767 km
5,447 miles
PKE
Parkes
Australia
Distance
8,767 km
5,447 mi / 4,734 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
153°
south southeast

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PEK PKE
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Parkes Airport
IATA Code PEK PKE
ICAO Code ZBAA YPKS
City Beijing Parkes
Country China Australia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Australia/Sydney
Elevation 116 ft 1,069 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 -33.130000, 148.240000

Beijing (PEK) to Parkes (PKE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Parkes Airport (PKE) in Parkes, Australia is 8,767 kilometers (5,447 miles / 4,734 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south southeast at a heading of 153°.

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 Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:06 in Beijing, it's 22:06 in Parkes. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Parkes (PKE) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 336° (north northwest). 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 Parkes Airport (PKE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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