How long is the flight from Hong Kong to New York?

The flight from Hong Kong (HKG) to New York (JFK) takes about 13h 28m nonstop on a widebody airliner, based on the 7,003 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from Hong Kong to New York?

It is 8,059 miles (12,970 km, or 7,003 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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Flight time from Hong Kong to New York

HKG → JFK · Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport

The flight from Hong Kong (HKG) to New York (JFK) takes about 13h 28m nonstop on a widebody airliner, covering 8,059 miles (12,970 km).

8,059

miles

12,970

kilometers

-12h

time change

northbound

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Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

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NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

Beyond range

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

13h 28m

When will you arrive?

New York is 12 hours behind Hong Kong. You cross 12 time zones heading west. Westbound trips like this one are usually a little easier 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 Hong Kong to New York?: About 13h 28m nonstop on a widebody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 8,059 miles, or 12,970 km (7,003 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: New York is 12 hours behind Hong Kong.

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