Airport Comparison
| PEK | RGL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Beijing Capital International Airport | Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport |
| IATA Code | PEK | RGL |
| ICAO Code | ZBAA | SAWG |
| City | Beijing | Rio Gallegos |
| Country | China | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 116 ft | 61 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.080000, 116.580000 | -51.610000, -69.310000 |
Beijing (PEK) to Rio Gallegos (RGL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) in Rio Gallegos, Argentina is 18,655 kilometers (11,592 miles / 10,073 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south southeast at a heading of 162°.
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 Argentina. 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 19:19 in Beijing, it's 08:19 in Rio Gallegos. 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.
The return flight from Rio Gallegos (RGL) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 202° (south southwest). 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 Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.