Airport Comparison
| HKG | MKC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chek Lap Kok International Airport | Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport |
| IATA Code | HKG | MKC |
| ICAO Code | VHHH | KMKC |
| City | Hong Kong | Kansas City |
| Country | Hong Kong | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Hong_Kong | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 757 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.310000, 113.920000 | 39.120000, -94.590000 |
Hong Kong (HKG) to Kansas City (MKC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) in Kansas City, United States is 12,568 kilometers (7,810 miles / 6,786 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.
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 23:33 in Hong Kong, it's 09:33 in Kansas City. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Kansas City (MKC) to Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 331° (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 Charles B Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.