Beijing (PEK) to Sydney (SYD)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 5,570
miles
8,965
kilometers
4,840
nautical miles

🕐 11h 7m
Flight Time
🧭 SE (151°)
Direction
🌍 +2h
Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline Base Miles Elite Total
🇺🇸
American Airlines
AAdvantage
5,570 8,912
Platinum
🔺
Delta Air Lines
SkyMiles
5,570 8,912
Gold Medallion
United Airlines
MileagePlus
5,570 8,355
Premier Gold
❤️
Southwest Airlines
Rapid Rewards
5,570 8,355
A-List Preferred
🏔️
Alaska Airlines
Mileage Plan
5,570 11,140
MVP Gold
🔵
JetBlue Airways
TrueBlue
5,570 8,355
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 Sydney, your watch will be 2 hours ahead. Don't forget to adjust for jet lag!

✈️ Flight Details

The PEK to SYD route connects Beijing, China with Sydney, Australia. This long-haul flight covers 5,570 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from China to Australia. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a SE bearing of 151° from Beijing. There is a 2 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About PEK

Beijing Capital International Airport

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

🛬 About SYD

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport

Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) serves Sydney, Australia.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Beijing Capital International Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 5,570 miles (8,965 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.
Direct flights from PEK to SYD typically take around 11h 7m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.
You'll earn approximately 5,570 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.