How long is the flight from Newark to Hong Kong?

The flight from Newark (EWR) to Hong Kong (HKG) takes about 15h 48m nonstop on a widebody airliner, based on the 6,998 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from Newark to Hong Kong?

It is 8,053 miles (12,960 km, or 6,998 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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Flight time from Newark to Hong Kong

EWR → HKG · Newark Liberty International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport

The flight from Newark (EWR) to Hong Kong (HKG) takes about 15h 48m nonstop on a widebody airliner, covering 8,053 miles (12,960 km).

8,053

miles

12,960

kilometers

+12h

time change

northbound

How the aircraft compares

Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

Beyond range

NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

Beyond range

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

15h 48m

When will you arrive?

Hong Kong is 12 hours ahead of Newark. You cross 12 time zones heading east. Eastbound trips like this one tend to be harder to adjust to, so plan for a day or two of jet lag.

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Common questions

How long is the flight from Newark to Hong Kong?: About 15h 48m nonstop on a widebody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 8,053 miles, or 12,960 km (6,998 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: Hong Kong is 12 hours ahead of Newark.

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