Airport Comparison
| HKG | RTL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chek Lap Kok International Airport | Spirit Lake Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | HKG | RTL |
| ICAO Code | VHHH | K0F3 |
| City | Hong Kong | Spirit Lake |
| Country | Hong Kong | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Hong_Kong | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,434 ft |
| Coordinates | 22.310000, 113.920000 | 43.390000, -95.140000 |
Hong Kong (HKG) to Spirit Lake (RTL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) in Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Spirit Lake Municipal Airport (RTL) in Spirit Lake, United States is 12,129 kilometers (7,537 miles / 6,549 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.
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 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 22:30 in Hong Kong, it's 08:30 in Spirit Lake. 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 1,406 feet between the two airports. Spirit Lake Municipal Airport sits higher than Chek Lap Kok International Airport.
The return flight from Spirit Lake (RTL) to Hong Kong (HKG) follows a heading of 332° (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 Chek Lap Kok International Airport (HKG) and Spirit Lake Municipal Airport (RTL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.