PEK
Beijing
China
15,635 km
9,715 miles
QGP
Garanhuns
Brazil
Distance
15,635 km
9,715 mi / 8,442 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
315°
northwest

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PEK QGP
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Garanhuns Airport
IATA Code PEK QGP
ICAO Code ZBAA SNGN
City Beijing Garanhuns
Country China Brazil
Timezone Asia/Shanghai America/Recife
Elevation 116 ft 2,533 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 -8.830000, -36.470000

Beijing (PEK) to Garanhuns (QGP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Garanhuns Airport (QGP) in Garanhuns, Brazil is 15,635 kilometers (9,715 miles / 8,442 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 315°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:43 in Beijing, it's 17:43 in Garanhuns. With a 11-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 2,417 feet between the two airports. Garanhuns Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Garanhuns (QGP) to Beijing (PEK) 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 Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Garanhuns Airport (QGP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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