How long is the flight from Houston to Beijing?

The flight from Houston (IAH) to Beijing (PEK) takes about 14h 7m nonstop on a widebody airliner, based on the 6,240 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from Houston to Beijing?

It is 7,181 miles (11,556 km, or 6,240 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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Flight time from Houston to Beijing

IAH → PEK · George Bush Intercontinental Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport

The flight from Houston (IAH) to Beijing (PEK) takes about 14h 7m nonstop on a widebody airliner, covering 7,181 miles (11,556 km).

7,181

miles

11,556

kilometers

+13h

time change

northbound

How the aircraft compares

Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

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NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

Beyond range

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

14h 7m

When will you arrive?

Beijing is 13 hours ahead of Houston. You cross 13 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 Houston to Beijing?: About 14h 7m nonstop on a widebody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 7,181 miles, or 11,556 km (6,240 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: Beijing is 13 hours ahead of Houston.

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