NML
Fort McMurray
Canada
8,314 km
5,166 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
8,314 km
5,166 mi / 4,489 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Edmonton
Heading
324°
northwest

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NML PEK
Airport Name Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code NML PEK
ICAO Code CER4 ZBAA
City Fort McMurray Beijing
Country Canada China
Timezone America/Edmonton Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 1,046 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 57.060000, -111.570000 40.080000, 116.580000

Fort McMurray (NML) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport (NML) in Fort McMurray, Canada to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 8,314 kilometers (5,166 miles / 4,489 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 324°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Canada 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 02:06 in Fort McMurray, it's 17:06 in Beijing. With a 15-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 Fort McMurray (NML) follows a heading of 25° (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 Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport (NML) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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