Airport Comparison
| AQB | HKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Santa Cruz del Quiche Airport | Chek Lap Kok International Airport |
| IATA Code | AQB | HKG |
| ICAO Code | MGQC | VHHH |
| City | Santa Cruz del Quiche | Hong Kong |
| Country | Guatemala | Hong Kong |
| Timezone | America/Guatemala | Asia/Hong_Kong |
| Elevation | 6,631 ft | 28 ft |
| Coordinates | 15.010000, -91.150000 | 22.310000, 113.920000 |
Santa Cruz del Quiche (AQB) to Hong Kong (HKG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Santa Cruz del Quiche Airport (AQB) in Santa Cruz del Quiche, Guatemala to Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong is 15,047 kilometers (9,350 miles / 8,125 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.
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 Guatemala with Hong Kong. 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 13:56 in Santa Cruz del Quiche, it's 03:56 in Hong Kong. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,603 feet between the two airports. Chek Lap Kok International Airport sits lower than Santa Cruz del Quiche Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Hong Kong (HKG) to Santa Cruz del Quiche (AQB) follows a heading of 36° (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 Santa Cruz del Quiche Airport (AQB) and Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.