Airport Comparison
| PEK | VLN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Beijing Capital International Airport | Arturo Michelena International Airport |
| IATA Code | PEK | VLN |
| ICAO Code | ZBAA | SVVA |
| City | Beijing | Valencia |
| Country | China | Venezuela |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Caracas |
| Elevation | 116 ft | 1,411 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.080000, 116.580000 | 10.150000, -67.930000 |
Beijing (PEK) to Valencia (VLN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) in Valencia, Venezuela is 14,410 kilometers (8,954 miles / 7,781 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north at a heading of 6°.
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 Venezuela. 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 15:30 in Beijing, it's 03:30 in Valencia. With a 12-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 1,295 feet between the two airports. Arturo Michelena International Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.
The return flight from Valencia (VLN) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 356° (north). 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 Arturo Michelena International Airport (VLN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.