PEK
Beijing
China
9,005 km
5,596 miles
RDM
Redmond
United States
Distance
9,005 km
5,596 mi / 4,863 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
38°
northeast

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PEK RDM
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Roberts Field
IATA Code PEK RDM
ICAO Code ZBAA KRDM
City Beijing Redmond
Country China United States
Timezone Asia/Shanghai America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 116 ft 3,082 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 44.250000, -121.150000

Beijing (PEK) to Redmond (RDM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Roberts Field (RDM) in Redmond, United States is 9,005 kilometers (5,596 miles / 4,863 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:33 in Beijing, it's 04:33 in Redmond. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,966 feet between the two airports. Roberts Field sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Redmond (RDM) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 319° (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 Roberts Field (RDM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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