GAB
Gabbs
United States
9,631 km
5,984 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
9,631 km
5,984 mi / 5,200 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+16h
America/Los_Angeles
Heading
321°
northwest

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GAB PEK
Airport Name Gabbs Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code GAB PEK
ICAO Code KGAB ZBAA
City Gabbs Beijing
Country United States China
Timezone America/Los_Angeles Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 4,699 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 38.920000, -117.960000 40.080000, 116.580000

Gabbs (GAB) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gabbs Airport (GAB) in Gabbs, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 9,631 kilometers (5,984 miles / 5,200 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 22:45 in Gabbs, it's 14:45 in Beijing. 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 4,583 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Gabbs Airport.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Gabbs (GAB) follows a heading of 39° (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 Gabbs Airport (GAB) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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