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Flight Distance from Hong Kong (HKG) to London (LHR)
Comprehensive aviation route data, direct distance, flight duration, CO₂ footprint, passport visa rules and interactive map.
Origin Airport
HKGVHHH
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Hong Kong International Airport
Great Circle Path
9,630 km5,984 miles • 5,200 NM
Destination Airport
EGLLLHR
London, United Kingdom
London Heathrow Airport
Direct Distance
9,630 km
5,984 Statute Miles
5,200 Nautical Miles
Commercial Flight
11h 50m
Est. non-stop flight duration (~850 km/h cruising speed + buffer)
CO₂ Footprint
867 kg
Estimated carbon footprint per economy passenger (~90g CO₂/km)
Initial Heading
325° True
Initial compass bearing towards destination
Estimated Travel Duration by Aircraft Class
Commercial Jet (Boeing 787 / A350)
11h 50m
Speed: ~850 km/h (459 knots)
Business Jet (Gulfstream G650)
10h 58m
Speed: ~920 km/h (496 knots)
Turboprop Aircraft (ATR-72 / Q400)
19h 1m
Speed: ~520 km/h (280 knots)
Passport & Visa Entry Requirements
🇭🇰 Hong Kong→🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Allowed Stay180 days
Passport Validity Required6 months
💡 Official Note: Visa free tourism for up to 6 months (BN(O)/HKSAR passport holders, standard visitor rules).
This information is provided for general guidance only and does not replace official verification with an embassy, consulate, or the IATA Travel Centre before you travel.
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Flight Path & Geodetic Arc Map
Great Circle Flight Arc Path
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Departure Airport Specs
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
- City / Country: Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- ICAO Code: VHHH
- Coordinates: 22.3118°, 113.9149°
- Timezone: Asia/Hong_Kong
- Elevation: 28 ft
Arrival Airport Specs
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- City / Country: London, United Kingdom
- ICAO Code: EGLL
- Coordinates: 51.4707°, -0.4599°
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Elevation: 83 ft
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