Airport Comparison
| HKG | RGA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chek Lap Kok International Airport | Hermes Quijada International Airport |
| IATA Code | HKG | RGA |
| ICAO Code | VHHH | SAWE |
| City | Hong Kong | Rio Grande |
| Country | Hong Kong | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Hong_Kong | America/Argentina/Ushuaia |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 65 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.310000, 113.920000 | -53.780000, -67.750000 |
Hong Kong (HKG) to Rio Grande (RGA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) in Rio Grande, Argentina is 16,513 kilometers (10,261 miles / 8,916 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south at a heading of 178°.
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 Hong Kong with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:34 in Hong Kong, it's 02:34 in Rio Grande. With a 11-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 Rio Grande (RGA) to Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 183° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) and Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.