The flight distance from Bert Mooney Airport (BTM) in Butte, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 9,278 kilometers (5,765 miles / 5,010 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:20 in Butte, it's 15:20 in Beijing. With a 14-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 5,435 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Bert Mooney Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Butte (BTM) follows a heading of 32° (north 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 Bert Mooney Airport (BTM) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.