COS
Colorado Springs
United States
10,291 km
6,395 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
10,291 km
6,395 mi / 5,557 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
330°
north northwest

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COS PEK
Airport Name City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code COS PEK
ICAO Code KCOS ZBAA
City Colorado Springs Beijing
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 6,187 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 38.810000, -104.700000 40.080000, 116.580000

Colorado Springs (COS) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) in Colorado Springs, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 10,291 kilometers (6,395 miles / 5,557 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 04:40 in Colorado Springs, it's 19:40 in Beijing. With a 15-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 6,071 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Colorado Springs (COS) follows a heading of 31° (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 City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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