Traveling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA): what you need to know
Shantou's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Hong Kong.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HKG to SWA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between HKG and SWA include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Haikou Meilan International Airport
Wenzhou Longwan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA)
$139 is the lowest price for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport flight. A return flight starts at $302. These prices may change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from HKG to SWA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HKG to SWA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport.
Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
73.04% of flights departing from Hong Kong International Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Hong Kong to Hong Kong International Airport is approximately 20 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to HKG:
Arriving at Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA)
Reserve a hotel close to SWA if you're catching a late Hong Kong International Airport to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA) to central Shantou
Jieyang Chaoshan Airport to the center of Shantou has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 10 miles away.
When to fly to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport (SWA)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Shantou. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Jieyang Chaoshan Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Shantou, with temperatures ranging from 79ºF to 90ºF.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKG to SWA in January. Temperatures average between 48ºF and 68ºF then.
Explore more of China
Shantou is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of China waiting to be explored. Around 220 miles west of Shantou, a visit to Guangzhou will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall.
Shenzhen is another sought-after destination in China and is around 180 miles west of Shantou. No trip is complete without dropping by Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.
