Airport Comparison
| IDI | PEK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Indiana County/Jimmy Stewart Field | Beijing Capital International Airport |
| IATA Code | IDI | PEK |
| ICAO Code | KIDI | ZBAA |
| City | Indiana | Beijing |
| Country | United States | China |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 1,419 ft | 116 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.630000, -79.100000 | 40.080000, 116.580000 |
Indiana (IDI) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Indiana County/Jimmy Stewart Field (IDI) in Indiana, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 10,901 kilometers (6,774 miles / 5,886 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.
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 16:09 in Indiana, it's 05:09 in Beijing. With a 13-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 1,303 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Indiana County/Jimmy Stewart Field.
The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Indiana (IDI) follows a heading of 12° (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 Indiana County/Jimmy Stewart Field (IDI) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.