Hong Kong (HKG) to London (LGW)

Flight Distance & Air Miles

✈️ 5,986

miles

9,634

kilometers

5,202

nautical miles

🕐 11h 54m

Flight Time

🧭 NW (325°)

Direction

🌍 -8h

Time Difference

💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn

Airline	Base Miles	Elite Bonus	Elite Total
🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage	5,986	+3,592	9,578 Platinum
🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles	5,986	+3,592	9,578 Gold Medallion
⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus	5,986	+2,993	8,979 Premier Gold
❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards	5,986	+2,993	8,979 A-List Preferred
🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan	5,986	+5,986	11,972 MVP Gold
🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue	5,986	+2,993	8,979 Mosaic

* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.

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💡 Did You Know?

This long-haul flight covers 5,986 miles across 12 time zones. Most airlines offer meal service and in-flight entertainment on this route.

✈️ Flight Details

The HKG to LGW route connects Hong Kong, Hong Kong with London, United Kingdom. This long-haul flight covers 5,986 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.

This international flight crosses from Hong Kong to United Kingdom. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 325° from Hong Kong. There is a 8 hour time difference between the airports.

🛫 About HKG

Hong Kong International Airport

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) serves Hong Kong, Hong Kong.

🛬 About LGW

London Gatwick Airport

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) serves London, United Kingdom.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

The flight distance from Hong Kong International Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 5,986 miles (9,634 kilometers). This is the great circle distance - the shortest path between the two airports.

Direct flights from HKG to LGW typically take around 11h 54m. Return flights may vary slightly due to prevailing winds.

You'll earn approximately 5,986 base miles on most airline loyalty programs. Elite status members earn bonus miles on top of this base amount.

Multiple airlines typically operate this route. Check with major carriers including American, Delta, United, and other airlines that serve these airports.