The flight distance from Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu, United States to Kuqa Airport (KCA) in Kuqa, China is 10,621 kilometers (6,599 miles / 5,735 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

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 China. 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 13:53 in Honolulu, it's 07:53 in Kuqa. With a 18-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 3,511 feet between the two airports. Kuqa Airport sits higher than Daniel K Inouye International Airport.

The return flight from Kuqa (KCA) to Honolulu (HNL) follows a heading of 55° (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 Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Kuqa Airport (KCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.