How long is the flight from Dulles to Beijing?

The flight from Dulles (IAD) to Beijing (PEK) takes about 13h 35m nonstop on a widebody airliner, based on the 6,000 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from Dulles to Beijing?

It is 6,905 miles (11,113 km, or 6,000 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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Flight time from Dulles to Beijing

IAD → PEK · Washington Dulles International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport

The flight from Dulles (IAD) to Beijing (PEK) takes about 13h 35m nonstop on a widebody airliner, covering 6,905 miles (11,113 km).

6,905

miles

11,113

kilometers

+12h

time change

northbound

How the aircraft compares

Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

Beyond range

NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

Beyond range

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

13h 35m

When will you arrive?

Beijing is 12 hours ahead of Dulles. You cross 12 time zones heading east. Eastbound trips like this one tend to be harder to adjust to, so plan for a day or two of jet lag.

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Common questions

How long is the flight from Dulles to Beijing?: About 13h 35m nonstop on a widebody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 6,905 miles, or 11,113 km (6,000 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: Beijing is 12 hours ahead of Dulles.

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