PEK
Beijing
China
10,554 km
6,558 miles
SJZ
Velas
Portugal
Distance
10,554 km
6,558 mi / 5,699 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-9h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
333°
north northwest

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PEK SJZ
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Sao Jorge Airport
IATA Code PEK SJZ
ICAO Code ZBAA LPSJ
City Beijing Velas
Country China Portugal
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 116 ft 311 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 38.670000, -28.180000

Beijing (PEK) to Velas (SJZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 10,554 kilometers (6,558 miles / 5,699 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:20 in Beijing, it's 07:20 in Velas. With a 9-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 Velas (SJZ) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 26° (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 Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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