Distance from Beijing to Los Angeles
The straight-line distance from Beijing (China) to Los Angeles (United States) is 10,062 km (6,252 mi) as the crow flies. The estimated flight time is 12 hr 11 min. Los Angeles is -16 hr relative to Beijing.
Straight-Line Distance
10,062 km
6,252 mi
Estimated Flight Time
12 hr 11 min
at 900 km/h + 1 hr ground
Time Zone Difference
-16 hr
standard time
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How far is it from Beijing to Los Angeles?›
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Beijing to Los Angeles is 10,062 km (6,252 mi). This is the shortest possible distance between the two cities, measured along the surface of the Earth using the haversine formula. Actual travel distances by road will be longer.
How long is the flight from Beijing to Los Angeles?›
The estimated flight time from Beijing to Los Angeles is 12 hr 11 min. This estimate assumes a cruising speed of 900 km/h plus 1 hour for takeoff, landing, and taxi time. Actual flight times vary by airline, aircraft type, winds, and specific routing.
What is the time difference between Beijing and Los Angeles?›
Los Angeles is -16 hr relative to Beijing. This is based on standard (non-DST) UTC offsets. During daylight saving time, the difference may vary by one hour depending on which regions observe DST and when they transition.