PEK
Beijing
China
14,415 km
8,957 miles
PLP
La Palma
Panama
Distance
14,415 km
8,957 mi / 7,783 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-13h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
19°
north northeast

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PEK PLP
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport
IATA Code PEK PLP
ICAO Code ZBAA MPLP
City Beijing La Palma
Country China Panama
Timezone Asia/Shanghai America/Panama
Elevation 116 ft 30 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 8.410000, -78.140000

Beijing (PEK) to La Palma (PLP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport (PLP) in La Palma, Panama is 14,415 kilometers (8,957 miles / 7,783 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:38 in Beijing, it's 03:38 in La Palma. With a 13-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 La Palma (PLP) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 345° (north 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 Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Captain Ramon Xatruch Airport (PLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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