HKG to JFK Route Guide
Hong Kong, China → New York, United States
Quick answer
VHHH (Hong Kong, China) to KJFK (New York, United States) is a 7,003 NM (12,970 km / 8,059 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 7° (N). Typical cruise altitude FL410, expected flight time 15h 5m, common aircraft: Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-1000, Boeing 787-10.
Distance
7,003 NM
12,970 km / 8,059 mi
Initial Bearing
7° (N)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL410
41,000 ft
Block Time
15h 5m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
22,509 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
28 ft
VHHH
Arrival Elevation
13 ft
KJFK
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 7,003 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 777-300ER
- Airbus A350-1000
- Boeing 787-10
- Airbus A380
Weather considerations
Pilots flying HKG-JFK should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between HKG and JFK?
7,003 nautical miles (12,970 km / 8,059 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Hong Kong to New York?
Approximately 15h 5m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly HKG-JFK?
Common types include Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A350-1000, Boeing 787-10, Airbus A380 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL410 (41,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
7° true (N). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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