The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Mangochi Airport (MAI) in Mangochi, Malawi is 9,489 kilometers (5,896 miles / 5,123 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.

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 Malawi. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:04 in Hong Kong, it's 23:04 in Mangochi. With a 6-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 1,552 feet between the two airports. Mangochi Airport sits higher than Chek Lap Kok International Airport.

The return flight from Mangochi (MAI) to Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 66° (east northeast). 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 Mangochi Airport (MAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.