Airport Comparison
| MRC | PEK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Maury County Regional Airport | Beijing Capital International Airport |
| IATA Code | MRC | PEK |
| ICAO Code | KMRC | ZBAA |
| City | Columbia/Mount Pleasant | Beijing |
| Country | United States | China |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 681 ft | 116 ft |
| Coordinates | 35.550000, -87.180000 | 40.080000, 116.580000 |
Columbia/Mount Pleasant (MRC) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maury County Regional Airport (MRC) in Columbia/Mount Pleasant, United States to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 11,261 kilometers (6,997 miles / 6,080 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.
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 18:36 in Columbia/Mount Pleasant, it's 08:36 in Beijing. With a 14-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 Columbia/Mount Pleasant (MRC) follows a heading of 20° (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 Maury County Regional Airport (MRC) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.