How long is the flight from London to Hong Kong?

The flight from London (LHR) to Hong Kong (HKG) takes about 10h 5m nonstop on a widebody airliner, based on the 5,200 nautical mile great-circle distance. Published airline schedules add taxi and buffer time.

How far is it from London to Hong Kong?

It is 5,984 miles (9,630 km, or 5,200 nautical miles) in a straight line.

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LHR → HKG · London Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong International Airport

The flight from London (LHR) to Hong Kong (HKG) takes about 10h 5m nonstop on a widebody airliner, covering 5,984 miles (9,630 km).

5,984

miles

9,630

kilometers

+7h

time change

eastbound

How the aircraft compares

Regional jetEmbraer E175, CRJ

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NarrowbodyBoeing 737, Airbus A320

Beyond range

WidebodyBoeing 787, A350, 777

10h 5m

When will you arrive?

Hong Kong is 7 hours ahead of London. You cross 7 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 London to Hong Kong?: About 10h 5m nonstop on a widebody airliner. Airlines add taxi and buffer time to the schedule.
How far is it?: 5,984 miles, or 9,630 km (5,200 nautical miles) in a straight line.
What is the time difference?: Hong Kong is 7 hours ahead of London.

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