PEK
Beijing
China
8,444 km
5,247 miles
SNN
Shannon
Ireland
Distance
8,444 km
5,247 mi / 4,560 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
329°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

PEK SNN
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Shannon Airport
IATA Code PEK SNN
ICAO Code ZBAA EINN
City Beijing Shannon
Country China Ireland
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Dublin
Elevation 116 ft 46 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 52.700000, -8.920000

Beijing (PEK) to Shannon (SNN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Shannon Airport (SNN) in Shannon, Ireland is 8,444 kilometers (5,247 miles / 4,560 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting China with Ireland. 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 07:04 in Beijing, it's 23:04 in Shannon. With a 8-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 Shannon (SNN) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 40° (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 Shannon Airport (SNN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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