Airport Comparison
| HGU | HKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport | Chek Lap Kok International Airport |
| IATA Code | HGU | HKG |
| ICAO Code | AYMH | VHHH |
| City | Mount Hagen | Hong Kong |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | Hong Kong |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Asia/Hong_Kong |
| Elevation | 5,388 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | -5.830000, 144.300000 | 22.310000, 113.920000 |
Mount Hagen (HGU) to Hong Kong (HKG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport (HGU) in Mount Hagen, Papua New Guinea to Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong is 4,552 kilometers (2,829 miles / 2,458 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.
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 Papua New Guinea with Hong Kong. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:02 in Mount Hagen, it's 04:02 in Hong Kong.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,360 feet between the two airports. Chek Lap Kok International Airport sits lower than Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Hong Kong (HKG) to Mount Hagen (HGU) follows a heading of 130° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport (HGU) and Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.