BUO
Burao
Somalia
7,392 km
4,593 miles
HKG
Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Distance
7,392 km
4,593 mi / 3,991 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
70°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

BUO HKG
Airport Name Burao Airport Chek Lap Kok International Airport
IATA Code BUO HKG
ICAO Code HCMV VHHH
City Burao Hong Kong
Country Somalia Hong Kong
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Asia/Hong_Kong
Elevation 3,400 ft 28 ft
Coordinates 9.530000, 45.550000 22.310000, 113.920000

Burao (BUO) to Hong Kong (HKG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Burao Airport (BUO) in Burao, Somalia to Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong is 7,392 kilometers (4,593 miles / 3,991 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Somalia with Hong Kong. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:55 in Burao, it's 16:55 in Hong Kong. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,372 feet between the two airports. Chek Lap Kok International Airport sits lower than Burao Airport.

The return flight from Hong Kong (HKG) to Burao (BUO) follows a heading of 271° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Burao Airport (BUO) and Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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