Flying from London to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): what you need to know
When planning a flight from London to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), you'll have your choice of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Approximately 12 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from London to Hong Kong International Airport.
Hong Kong International Airport is located in Hong Kong. The city operates in the UTC+8 timezone and is 8 hours ahead of London.
With 67 direct weekly flights between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) is the most popular route. Cathay Pacific operates the earliest flight at 11:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from LHR to HKG is with Cathay Pacific at 22:15.
Your flight from London to HKG won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Get there in one go from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Direct flights from London to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) can be booked from here.
You'll find a direct flight from London to Hong Kong International Airport with British Airways. This leading airline offers services from LHR.
We make it easy to book a flight from London to HKG with a stopover. To see your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LHR and HKG include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
The distance from central London to LHR is approximately 19 miles. Use Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from London to Hong Kong International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Want other options for a direct flight from London to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)? Browse the fares departing from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
Cathay Pacific has direct flights from London to HKG out of LGW. Book your favorite window (or aisle) seat and get to your destination without any detours.
Break up your flight from London to Hong Kong International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between London Gatwick Airport and HKG are:
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The terminal is roughly 50 miles away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes.
It's your vacation, so why not book an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your flight from London to HKG:
About Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Hong Kong International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near HKG:
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
Hong Kong International Airport is approximately 20 miles from the center of Hong Kong. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 31 minutes.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 44 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
$336 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Hong Kong International Airport. Return flights start from $459. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
Score cheap tickets from London to HKG by booking at least 7 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
To snag the lowest price on your tickets from London to Hong Kong International Airport, book your trip for April (it has the cheapest flights). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the most affordable day to fly.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when the fares drop. Timing is key for finding cheap tickets from London to HKG.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London to Hong Kong International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from London to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
August is the busiest month to board a flight from London to Hong Kong International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Hong Kong, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Hong Kong. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from London to HKG sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 79ºF and 90ºF.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between 52ºF and 68ºF. However, this city delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from London to Hong Kong International Airport.
More about Hong Kong
Once you've booked your flight from London to Hong Kong International Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Hong Kong:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Victoria Peak, Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade and A Symphony of Lights are must-do's during your Hong Kong adventure.
Complete your Hong Kong trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from London to Hong Kong International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Hong Kong and easily compare your options. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.