Airport Comparison
| HKG | SID | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chek Lap Kok International Airport | Amilcar Cabral International Airport |
| IATA Code | HKG | SID |
| ICAO Code | VHHH | GVAC |
| City | Hong Kong | Espargos |
| Country | Hong Kong | Cape Verde |
| Timezone | Asia/Hong_Kong | Atlantic/Cape_Verde |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 177 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.310000, 113.920000 | 16.740000, -22.950000 |
Hong Kong (HKG) to Espargos (SID) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) in Espargos, Cape Verde is 13,621 kilometers (8,464 miles / 7,355 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.
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 Cape Verde. 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 02:04 in Hong Kong, it's 17:04 in Espargos. With a 9-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 Espargos (SID) to Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 49° (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 Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.