Airport Comparison
| PEK | SHD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Beijing Capital International Airport | Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | PEK | SHD |
| ICAO Code | ZBAA | KSHD |
| City | Beijing | Staunton/Waynesboro/Harrisonburg |
| Country | China | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 116 ft | 1,201 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.080000, 116.580000 | 38.260000, -78.900000 |
Beijing (PEK) to Staunton/Waynesboro/Harrisonburg (SHD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD) in Staunton/Waynesboro/Harrisonburg, United States is 11,163 kilometers (6,936 miles / 6,027 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.
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 08:23 in Beijing, it's 19:23 in Staunton/Waynesboro/Harrisonburg. 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 1,085 feet between the two airports. Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport sits higher than Beijing Capital International Airport.
The return flight from Staunton/Waynesboro/Harrisonburg (SHD) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 348° (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 Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.