Airport Comparison
| HKG | RAP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chek Lap Kok International Airport | Rapid City Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | HKG | RAP |
| ICAO Code | VHHH | KRAP |
| City | Hong Kong | Rapid City |
| Country | Hong Kong | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Hong_Kong | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 3,204 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.310000, 113.920000 | 44.050000, -103.060000 |
Hong Kong (HKG) to Rapid City (RAP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) in Rapid City, United States is 11,731 kilometers (7,289 miles / 6,334 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 27°.
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 01:27 in Hong Kong, it's 10:27 in Rapid City. With a 15-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 3,176 feet between the two airports. Rapid City Regional Airport sits higher than Chek Lap Kok International Airport.
The return flight from Rapid City (RAP) to Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 325° (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 Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.