Airport Comparison
| HKG | HLG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chek Lap Kok International Airport | Wheeling Ohio County Airport |
| IATA Code | HKG | HLG |
| ICAO Code | VHHH | KHLG |
| City | Hong Kong | Wheeling |
| Country | Hong Kong | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Hong_Kong | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,194 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.310000, 113.920000 | 40.180000, -80.650000 |
Hong Kong (HKG) to Wheeling (HLG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Wheeling Ohio County Airport (HLG) in Wheeling, United States is 12,904 kilometers (8,018 miles / 6,968 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.
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 Hong Kong with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:49 in Hong Kong, it's 13:49 in Wheeling. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,166 feet between the two airports. Wheeling Ohio County Airport sits higher than Chek Lap Kok International Airport.
The return flight from Wheeling (HLG) to Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 345° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) and Wheeling Ohio County Airport (HLG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.