GMZ
Alajero
Spain
11,062 km
6,874 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
11,062 km
6,874 mi / 5,973 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
Atlantic/Canary
Heading
34°
northeast

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GMZ PEK
Airport Name La Gomera Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code GMZ PEK
ICAO Code GCGM ZBAA
City Alajero Beijing
Country Spain China
Timezone Atlantic/Canary Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 716 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 28.030000, -17.210000 40.080000, 116.580000

Alajero (GMZ) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from La Gomera Airport (GMZ) in Alajero, Spain to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 11,062 kilometers (6,874 miles / 5,973 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:37 in Alajero, it's 16:37 in Beijing. With a 8-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 Alajero (GMZ) follows a heading of 320° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the La Gomera Airport (GMZ) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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