Airport Comparison
| GWS | HKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport | Chek Lap Kok International Airport |
| IATA Code | GWS | HKG |
| ICAO Code | KGWS | VHHH |
| City | Glenwood Springs | Hong Kong |
| Country | United States | Hong Kong |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Asia/Hong_Kong |
| Elevation | 5,916 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.510000, -107.310000 | 22.310000, 113.920000 |
Glenwood Springs (GWS) to Hong Kong (HKG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) in Glenwood Springs, United States to Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong is 11,917 kilometers (7,405 miles / 6,435 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.
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 United States 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 09:56 in Glenwood Springs, it's 00:56 in Hong Kong. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,888 feet between the two airports. Chek Lap Kok International Airport sits lower than Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Hong Kong (HKG) to Glenwood Springs (GWS) follows a heading of 32° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) and Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.