Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong International Airport is 12 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Hong Kong is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London.
Every week, there are 67 London Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, pick the 11:00 Cathay Pacific flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 22:15 with Cathay Pacific.
Your LHR to HKG flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
British Airways is your ticket to exploring Hong Kong (and maybe even some other exciting corners of China!). Check out the direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most passengers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
With a dependable 83.69% of services landing on schedule, Cathay Pacific is the most punctual carrier operating LHR to HKG flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and HKG:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Milano Malpensa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight is RM1,497. A return plane ticket right now is RM1,935. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from LHR to HKG, reserve your journey five months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from LHR to HKG.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach London Heathrow Airport from central London, it takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near LHR? If you've booked an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Consider booking a hotel near HKG if you're taking a late London Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
The street address for HKG is 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
From Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
April is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Hong Kong in April.
The warmest month in Hong Kong is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to HKG in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've done Hong Kong, now it's time to explore other corners of China. Journey around 129 kilometres north-west to Guangzhou to check off its top attractions. From Canton Tower to Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in China, consider Shenzhen, about 27 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong. Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning are highlights.