Airport Comparison
| HKG | LWL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chek Lap Kok International Airport | Wells Municipal/Harriet Field |
| IATA Code | HKG | LWL |
| ICAO Code | VHHH | KLWL |
| City | Hong Kong | Wells |
| Country | Hong Kong | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Hong_Kong | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 5,769 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.310000, 113.920000 | 41.120000, -114.920000 |
Hong Kong (HKG) to Wells (LWL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Wells Municipal/Harriet Field (LWL) in Wells, United States is 11,349 kilometers (7,052 miles / 6,128 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.
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 03:43 in Hong Kong, it's 11:43 in Wells. With a 16-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 5,741 feet between the two airports. Wells Municipal/Harriet Field sits higher than Chek Lap Kok International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Wells (LWL) to Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 315° (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 Wells Municipal/Harriet Field (LWL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.