NSN
Nelson
New Zealand
10,702 km
6,650 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
10,702 km
6,650 mi / 5,779 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
320°
northwest

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NSN PEK
Airport Name Nelson Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code NSN PEK
ICAO Code NZNS ZBAA
City Nelson Beijing
Country New Zealand China
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 17 ft 116 ft
Coordinates -41.300000, 173.220000 40.080000, 116.580000

Nelson (NSN) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Nelson Airport (NSN) in Nelson, New Zealand to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 10,702 kilometers (6,650 miles / 5,779 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:48 in Nelson, it's 18:48 in Beijing. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Beijing (PEK) to Nelson (NSN) follows a heading of 141° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nelson Airport (NSN) and Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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