PEK
Beijing
China
10,018 km
6,225 miles
VGT
Las Vegas
United States
Distance
10,018 km
6,225 mi / 5,409 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
39°
northeast

Airport Comparison

PEK VGT
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport North Las Vegas Airport
IATA Code PEK VGT
ICAO Code ZBAA KVGT
City Beijing Las Vegas
Country China United States
Timezone Asia/Shanghai America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 116 ft 2,205 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 36.210000, -115.190000

Beijing (PEK) to Las Vegas (VGT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to North Las Vegas Airport (VGT) in Las Vegas, United States is 10,018 kilometers (6,225 miles / 5,409 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.

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 10:55 in Beijing, it's 18:55 in Las Vegas. 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 2,089 feet between the two airports. North Las Vegas Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Las Vegas (VGT) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 323° (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 North Las Vegas Airport (VGT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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