PEK
Beijing
China
7,212 km
4,481 miles
SZR
Stara Zagora
Bulgaria
Distance
7,212 km
4,481 mi / 3,894 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
305°
northwest

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PEK SZR
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Stara Zagora Airport
IATA Code PEK SZR
ICAO Code ZBAA LBSZ
City Beijing Stara Zagora
Country China Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Sofia
Elevation 116 ft 558 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 42.380000, 25.660000

Beijing (PEK) to Stara Zagora (SZR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria is 7,212 kilometers (4,481 miles / 3,894 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 Bulgaria. 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 15:05 in Beijing, it's 09:05 in Stara Zagora. With a 6-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 Stara Zagora (SZR) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 58° (east 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 Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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