The flight distance from Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport (JDR) in Sao Joao Del Rei, Brazil to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 17,229 kilometers (10,705 miles / 9,303 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:59 in Sao Joao Del Rei, it's 11:59 in Beijing. With a 11-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 3,001 feet between the two airports. Beijing Capital International Airport sits lower than Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Sao Joao Del Rei (JDR) follows a heading of 314° (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 Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport (JDR) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.