Airport Comparison
| MDQ | PEK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Astor Piazzola International Airport | Beijing Capital International Airport |
| IATA Code | MDQ | PEK |
| ICAO Code | SAZM | ZBAA |
| City | Mar del Plata | Beijing |
| Country | Argentina | China |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 72 ft | 116 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.930000, -57.570000 | 40.080000, 116.580000 |
Mar del Plata (MDQ) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Astor Piazzola International Airport (MDQ) in Mar del Plata, Argentina to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 19,456 kilometers (12,089 miles / 10,505 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.
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 Argentina 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 23:22 in Mar del Plata, it's 10:22 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.
The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Mar del Plata (MDQ) follows a heading of 293° (west 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 Astor Piazzola International Airport (MDQ) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.