Airport Comparison
| GDT | HKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | JAGS McCartney International Airport | Chek Lap Kok International Airport |
| IATA Code | GDT | HKG |
| ICAO Code | MBGT | VHHH |
| City | Cockburn Town | Hong Kong |
| Country | TC | Hong Kong |
| Timezone | America/Grand_Turk | Asia/Hong_Kong |
| Elevation | 13 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.440000, -71.140000 | 22.310000, 113.920000 |
Cockburn Town (GDT) to Hong Kong (HKG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT) in Cockburn Town, TC to Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong is 15,119 kilometers (9,395 miles / 8,164 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north at a heading of 353°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting TC with Hong Kong. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:19 in Cockburn Town, it's 07:19 in Hong Kong. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Hong Kong (HKG) to Cockburn Town (GDT) follows a heading of 7° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the JAGS McCartney International Airport (GDT) and Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.