GCC
Gillette
United States
9,726 km
6,043 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
9,726 km
6,043 mi / 5,251 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Denver
Heading
329°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GCC PEK
Airport Name Northeast Wyoming Regional Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code GCC PEK
ICAO Code KGCC ZBAA
City Gillette Beijing
Country United States China
Timezone America/Denver Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 4,365 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 44.350000, -105.540000 40.080000, 116.580000

Gillette (GCC) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Northeast Wyoming Regional Airport (GCC) in Gillette, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 9,726 kilometers (6,043 miles / 5,251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 21:26 in Gillette, it's 12:26 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 4,249 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Northeast Wyoming Regional Airport.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Gillette (GCC) follows a heading of 29° (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 Northeast Wyoming Regional Airport (GCC) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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