The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) in Sao Carlos, Brazil is 17,517 kilometers (10,884 miles / 9,458 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:17 in Beijing, it's 00:17 in Sao Carlos. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,533 feet between the two airports. Sao Carlos Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Carlos (QSC) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 32° (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 Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Sao Carlos Airport (QSC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.