PEK
Beijing
China
10,177 km
6,323 miles
RRL
Merrill
United States
Distance
10,177 km
6,323 mi / 5,495 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-13h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
18°
north northeast

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Airport Comparison

PEK RRL
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Merrill Municipal Airport
IATA Code PEK RRL
ICAO Code ZBAA KRRL
City Beijing Merrill
Country China United States
Timezone Asia/Shanghai America/Chicago
Elevation 116 ft 1,318 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 45.200000, -89.710000

Beijing (PEK) to Merrill (RRL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Merrill Municipal Airport (RRL) in Merrill, United States is 10,177 kilometers (6,323 miles / 5,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

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 United States. 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 20:58 in Beijing, it's 07:58 in Merrill. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,202 feet between the two airports. Merrill Municipal Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.

The return flight from Merrill (RRL) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 340° (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 Merrill Municipal Airport (RRL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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