Hong Kong to Atlanta
17h 11m The flight from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) covers 13,498 km (8,387 miles) and takes approximately 17h 11m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads north on an initial great-circle bearing of 18°, passing near 72.5° N, 176.7° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 24h 32m | 24h 58m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 17h 18m | 17h 43m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 15h 00m | 15h 25m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 15h 53m | 16h 18m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| HKG | ATL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | Hong Kong International Airport | Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport |
| City | Hong Kong | Atlanta |
| Country | Hong Kong | United States |
| ICAO | VHHH | KATL |
| Coordinates | 22.3118, 113.9149 | 33.6367, -84.4281 |
| Elevation | 28 ft | 1,026 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Hong Kong to Atlanta?
A non-stop flight from Hong Kong (HKG) to Atlanta (ATL) takes about 17h 11m. The great-circle distance is 13,498 km (8,387 miles, 7,288 nautical miles), flying north on an initial bearing of 18°.
How far is Hong Kong from Atlanta?
13,498 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 8,387 miles or 7,288 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between HKG and ATL?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 13,498 km the route is within reach of long-range widebodies, though not every city pair is served non-stop. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
What should I expect on a 17h 11m flight?
Anything past six hours is a long-haul flight: expect at least one meal service, a significant time-zone shift, and enough sitting that circulation and hydration start to matter. Cabin altitude, dry air and disrupted sleep do more damage to a training routine than the flight itself.
Other routes from Hong Kong
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.