Chicago (MDW) to Beijing (PEK)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 6,578

miles

10,587

kilometers

5,716

nautical miles

🕐 13h 2m

Flight Time

🧭 N (342°)

Direction

🌍 +14h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	6,578	+3,947	10,525 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	6,578	+3,947	10,525 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	6,578	+3,289	9,867 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	6,578	+3,289	9,867 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	6,578	+6,578	13,156 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	6,578	+3,289	9,867 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

When you land in Beijing, your watch will be 14 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The MDW to PEK route connects Chicago, United States with Beijing, China. This long-haul flight covers 6,578 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from United States to China. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a N bearing of 342° from Chicago. There is a 14 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About MDW

Chicago Midway International Airport

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) serves Chicago, United States.

🛬 About PEK

Beijing Capital International Airport

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) serves Beijing, China.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Chicago Midway International Airport to Beijing Capital International Airport is 6,578 miles (10,587 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from MDW to PEK typically take around 13h 2m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 6,578 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.