The flight distance from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) in Cedar Rapids, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 10,464 kilometers (6,502 miles / 5,650 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 16:02 in Cedar Rapids, it's 06:02 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.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Cedar Rapids (CID) follows a heading of 21° (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 The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.