Airport Comparison
| HDS | HKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport | Chek Lap Kok International Airport |
| IATA Code | HDS | HKG |
| ICAO Code | FAHS | VHHH |
| City | Hoedspruit | Hong Kong |
| Country | South Africa | Hong Kong |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Hong_Kong |
| Elevation | 1,743 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | -24.370000, 31.050000 | 22.310000, 113.920000 |
Hoedspruit (HDS) to Hong Kong (HKG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa to Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong is 10,339 kilometers (6,425 miles / 5,583 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.
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 South Africa 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 22:37 in Hoedspruit, it's 04:37 in Hong Kong. With a 6-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 1,715 feet between the two airports. Chek Lap Kok International Airport sits lower than Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport.
The return flight from Hong Kong (HKG) to Hoedspruit (HDS) follows a heading of 245° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) and Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.