Airport Comparison
| HKG | IRJ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chek Lap Kok International Airport | Capitan V A Almonacid Airport |
| IATA Code | HKG | IRJ |
| ICAO Code | VHHH | SANL |
| City | Hong Kong | La Rioja |
| Country | Hong Kong | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Hong_Kong | America/Argentina/La_Rioja |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,437 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.310000, 113.920000 | -29.380000, -66.800000 |
Hong Kong (HKG) to La Rioja (IRJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) in La Rioja, Argentina is 19,226 kilometers (11,946 miles / 10,381 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying south at a heading of 175°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:34 in Hong Kong, it's 15:34 in La Rioja. With a 11-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 1,409 feet between the two airports. Capitan V A Almonacid Airport sits higher than Chek Lap Kok International Airport.
The return flight from La Rioja (IRJ) to Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 185° (south). 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 Capitan V A Almonacid Airport (IRJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.