Airport Comparison
| HAN | PWK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Noi Bai International Airport | Chicago Executive Airport |
| IATA Code | HAN | PWK |
| ICAO Code | VVNB | KPWK |
| City | Hanoi | Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling |
| Country | Vietnam | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 39 ft | 647 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.220000, 105.810000 | 42.100000, -87.900000 |
Hanoi (HAN) to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) in Hanoi, Vietnam to Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling, United States is 12,834 kilometers (7,975 miles / 6,930 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 11°.
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 Vietnam with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:29 in Hanoi, it's 17:29 in Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling. With a 13-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (PWK) to Hanoi (HAN) follows a heading of 346° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) and Chicago Executive Airport (PWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.