PEK
Beijing
China
4,496 km
2,794 miles
SYA
Shemya
United States
Distance
4,496 km
2,794 mi / 2,428 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-18h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
52°
northeast

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PEK SYA
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Eareckson Air Station
IATA Code PEK SYA
ICAO Code ZBAA PASY
City Beijing Shemya
Country China United States
Timezone Asia/Shanghai America/Adak
Elevation 116 ft 98 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 52.700000, 174.100000

Beijing (PEK) to Shemya (SYA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Eareckson Air Station (SYA) in Shemya, United States is 4,496 kilometers (2,794 miles / 2,428 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 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 20:22 in Beijing, it's 02:22 in Shemya. With a 18-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 Shemya (SYA) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 276° (west). 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 Eareckson Air Station (SYA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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