Airport Comparison
| NLD | PEK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Quetzalcoatl International Airport | Beijing Capital International Airport |
| IATA Code | NLD | PEK |
| ICAO Code | MMNL | ZBAA |
| City | Nuevo Laredo | Beijing |
| Country | Mexico | China |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Shanghai |
| Elevation | 484 ft | 116 ft |
| Coordinates | 27.440000, -99.570000 | 40.080000, 116.580000 |
Nuevo Laredo (NLD) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Quetzalcoatl International Airport (NLD) in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 11,628 kilometers (7,225 miles / 6,279 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.
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 Mexico 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 06:56 in Nuevo Laredo, it's 20:56 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 Nuevo Laredo (NLD) follows a heading of 33° (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 Quetzalcoatl International Airport (NLD) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.