Airport Comparison
| NHK | TPE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport | Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport |
| IATA Code | NHK | TPE |
| ICAO Code | KNHK | RCTP |
| City | Patuxent River | Taipei |
| Country | United States | Taiwan |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Asia/Taipei |
| Elevation | 39 ft | 106 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.290000, -76.410000 | 25.080000, 121.230000 |
Patuxent River (NHK) to Taipei (TPE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport (NHK) in Patuxent River, United States to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 12,733 kilometers (7,912 miles / 6,875 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.
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 United States with Taiwan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:47 in Patuxent River, it's 05:47 in Taipei. With a 13-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 Taipei (TPE) to Patuxent River (NHK) follows a heading of 15° (north 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 Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport (NHK) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.