Airport Comparison
| ATL | KGE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport | Kagau Island Airport |
| IATA Code | ATL | KGE |
| ICAO Code | KATL | AGKG |
| City | Atlanta | Kagau Island |
| Country | United States | Solomon Islands |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Pacific/Guadalcanal |
| Elevation | 1,026 ft | 0 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.640000, -84.430000 | -7.330000, 157.580000 |
Atlanta (ATL) to Kagau Island (KGE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta, United States to Kagau Island Airport (KGE) in Kagau Island, Solomon Islands is 13,040 kilometers (8,103 miles / 7,041 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 280°.
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 United States with Solomon Islands. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:23 in Atlanta, it's 17:23 in Kagau Island. With a 16-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 1,026 feet between the two airports. Kagau Island Airport sits lower than Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
The return flight from Kagau Island (KGE) to Atlanta (ATL) follows a heading of 56° (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 Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Kagau Island Airport (KGE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.