HKG to DXB Route Guide
Hong Kong, China → Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Quick answer
VHHH (Hong Kong, China) to OMDB (Dubai, United Arab Emirates) is a 3,196 NM (5,919 km / 3,678 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 286° (WNW). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 7h 13m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
3,196 NM
5,919 km / 3,678 mi
Initial Bearing
286° (WNW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
7h 13m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
11,088 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
28 ft
VHHH
Arrival Elevation
62 ft
OMDB
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 3,196 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying HKG-DXB 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 DXB?
3,196 nautical miles (5,919 km / 3,678 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Hong Kong to Dubai?
Approximately 7h 13m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly HKG-DXB?
Common types include Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR, Airbus A330-300 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL380 (38,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
286° true (WNW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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