PEK
Beijing
China
8,045 km
4,999 miles
ZJI
Locarno Airport
Switzerland
Distance
8,045 km
4,999 mi / 4,344 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
316°
northwest

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PEK ZJI
Airport Name Beijing Capital International Airport Locarno Airport
IATA Code PEK ZJI
ICAO Code ZBAA LSZL
City Beijing N/A
Country China Switzerland
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Zurich
Elevation 116 ft 650 ft
Coordinates 40.080000, 116.580000 46.160000, 8.880000

Beijing (PEK) to Locarno Airport (ZJI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China to Locarno Airport (ZJI) in Locarno Airport, Switzerland is 8,045 kilometers (4,999 miles / 4,344 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.

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 Switzerland. 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 19:27 in Beijing, it's 12:27 in Locarno Airport. With a 7-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 Locarno Airport (ZJI) to Beijing (PEK) follows a heading of 50° (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 Locarno Airport (ZJI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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