Airport Comparison
| PEK | RGA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Beijing Capital International Airport | Hermes Quijada International Airport |
| IATA Code | PEK | RGA |
| ICAO Code | ZBAA | SAWE |
| City | Beijing | Rio Grande |
| Country | China | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/Argentina/Ushuaia |
| Elevation | 116 ft | 65 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.080000, 116.580000 | -53.780000, -67.750000 |
Beijing (PEK) to Rio Grande (RGA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) in Rio Grande, Argentina is 18,457 kilometers (11,469 miles / 9,966 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south at a heading of 169°.
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 17:12 in Beijing, it's 06:12 in Rio Grande. 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.
The return flight from Rio Grande (RGA) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 194° (south southwest). 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 Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.