Direct flights from Hong Kong to London (HKG → LHR)

Distance 9,631 km (5,984 mi)
Est. duration 11h 20m
HKG
Hong Kong
Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong SAR
LHR
London
Heathrow, United Kingdom
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Hong Kong to London Heathrow is operated daily by Cathay Pacific and British Airways, plus Virgin Atlantic. Distance is roughly 9,650 km (5,995 miles), with westbound flight time around 13 hours and eastbound around 11 hours 30 minutes.

Who flies it

Cathay Pacific is the volume leader with multiple daily frequencies, typically using the A350-1000 and 777-300ER. BA and Virgin Atlantic each operate one daily round-trip.

Practical reality

Westbound is a daytime flight (Hong Kong morning departure, London afternoon arrival). Eastbound is typically an evening departure landing Hong Kong the next afternoon — a sleep strategy matters. Cathay Pacific's premium cabin product is consistently among the best in the world on this route.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is the flight from Hong Kong to London? The flight distance from HKG to LHR is approximately 9,631 km (5,984 miles).
How long is the flight from HKG to LHR? The estimated flight time from Hong Kong to London is approximately 11h 20m.
What airlines fly from HKG to LHR? Airlines operating direct flights from Hong Kong to London include: BA, CX.

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