Airport Comparison
| HKG | IKB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chek Lap Kok International Airport | Wilkes County Airport |
| IATA Code | HKG | IKB |
| ICAO Code | VHHH | KUKF |
| City | Hong Kong | North Wilkesboro |
| Country | Hong Kong | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Hong_Kong | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,303 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.310000, 113.920000 | 36.220000, -81.100000 |
Hong Kong (HKG) to North Wilkesboro (IKB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Wilkes County Airport (IKB) in North Wilkesboro, United States is 13,318 kilometers (8,275 miles / 7,191 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.
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 20:34 in Hong Kong, it's 07:34 in North Wilkesboro. 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 1,275 feet between the two airports. Wilkes County Airport sits higher than Chek Lap Kok International Airport.
The return flight from North Wilkesboro (IKB) to Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 344° (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 Wilkes County Airport (IKB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.