PEK
Beijing
China
9,572 km
5,947 miles
YRF
Cartwright
Canada
Distance
9,572 km
5,947 mi / 5,168 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-12h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
356°
north

Airport Comparison

PEK YRF
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Cartwright Airport
IATA Code PEK YRF
ICAO Code ZBAA CYCA
City Beijing Cartwright
Country China Canada
Timezone Asia/Shanghai America/Halifax
Elevation 116 ft 40 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 53.680000, -57.040000

Beijing (PEK) to Cartwright (YRF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Cartwright Airport (YRF) in Cartwright, Canada is 9,572 kilometers (5,947 miles / 5,168 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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 Canada. 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 08:48 in Beijing, it's 20:48 in Cartwright. With a 12-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 Cartwright (YRF) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 5° (north). 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 Cartwright Airport (YRF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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