Airport Comparison
| PEK | RCU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Beijing Capital International Airport | Area De Material Airport |
| IATA Code | PEK | RCU |
| ICAO Code | ZBAA | SAOC |
| City | Beijing | Rio Cuarto |
| Country | China | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Argentina/Cordoba |
| Elevation | 116 ft | 1,380 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.080000, 116.580000 | -33.090000, -64.260000 |
Beijing (PEK) to Rio Cuarto (RCU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Area De Material Airport (RCU) in Rio Cuarto, Argentina is 19,234 kilometers (11,952 miles / 10,386 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying north at a heading of 6°.
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 Argentina. 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 17:09 in Beijing, it's 06:09 in Rio Cuarto. 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 1,264 feet between the two airports. Area De Material Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.
The return flight from Rio Cuarto (RCU) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 355° (north). 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 Area De Material Airport (RCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.