How is the flight distance measured?

Flight distances are measured as the great-circle (straight-line) distance between airports. Actual flight paths may be slightly longer due to air traffic routing and weather avoidance.

How long does the flight from Beijing to Washington take?

Flight time depends on the exact route and aircraft, but at roughly 11,112 km the typical non-stop flight takes 1–10 hours. Check the flight duration page for the exact average.

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Flight Distance: Beijing to Washington

11,112

Kilometres (km)

6,905

Miles (mi)

6,000

Nautical miles

About this flight distance

The great circle distance from Beijing to Washington is approximately 11,112 km. The typical flight time is 13h 34m.

This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities as the crow flies. Real flight paths are often slightly longer due to air traffic control routing, weather, and airspace restrictions.

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Nearby airports

Near Beijing

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)65 km

Near Washington

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)38 km
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshal Airport (BWI)73 km
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field (HGR)88 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The great-circle distance from Beijing to Washington is approximately 11,112 km (6,905 miles).