Hong Kong International Airport - in short, HKIA (Airport Code: HKG) is the main airport for Hong Kong (HK).
Hong Kong Airport (HKG) has two Terminals - Terminal 1 and Terminal 2
HKG Terminal 1 is the main Terminal, whereas HKG Terminal 2 is Departure Only terminal for few low-cost Airlines.
All flights arriving and departing Hong Kong International Airport (aka Chek Lap Kok Airport) are International flights.
Transit Passengers with connecting flights follow signs to Transfer or go to Transfer Desk inside the terminal before Immigration Counters at HK Airport.
Passengers connecting to Macau or Mainland Ferry should follow the "Mainland/Macau Ferries" sign inside the terminal before Immigration counters at HK Airport.
Arriving Passengers with the destination as Hong Kong (HK) should head towards Immigration, collect bags from Baggage Claim, and clear Customs at this HK Airport.
Once you clear Customs with your bags, you will enter the Arrival Hall of Hong Kong Airport with Currency Exchange counters along the way.
Distance between Hong Kong Airport and City is about 35KM and is conveniently connected by Airport Express train, Public Buses, Shuttles, Taxi, and Limos.
Hong Kong Shared Arrival Transfer: Airport to Hotel
Detailed information on all available ground transportation options below in this Hong Kong International Airport guide.
Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to City by Airport Express Trains |
Hong Airport to City (Hotel) by Airport Express Train: Hong Kong Airport Express Train is the fastest way into Hong Kong City from Hong Kong Airport. Hong Kong Airport Express is an easy and convenient choice; however, not the cheapest one for going from HK Airport to the City.
Check at the counter or online on Airport Express’s website or for fare information.
Airport Express Kowloon Station and Hong Kong Station are located in the central part of Hong Kong. For hotels on Hong Kong Island side, get down at Airport Express Hong Kong station. Kowloon station on Airport Express to major hotels located in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon areas.
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Shuttle, Taxi, and Private Pickup Service at Hong Kong Airport |
Shared Shuttle from Hong Kong Airport to City Hotels : Shared Shuttle Bus runs every 30 minutes from 5:30 AM - 9:30 PM (For Western District Hotels: 4 PM is the last shuttle) Shared Shuttle allows 2 pieces of baggage per passenger. If you want to use this Shared Shuttle service, go to the Commercial Services Counter in Arrival Hall B, Terminal 1 You can also Buy Shuttle Ticket Online to save time hassle at Hong Kong Airport. Klook.comTaxi at Hong Kong Airport : Ample Taxi Cabs are available at Hong Kong Airport. If you have a group of 4 or more people and lots of luggage, a taxi might be a good option. Although probably the most expensive option, this might be the best as it will be equivalent to 4 people riding on the Airport Express. Hong Kong Taxi does offer door to door service from HK Airport. You can get a taxi at the Taxi Station, located by the left-hand ramp outside the Arrivals Hall of HK Airport. Taxis in Hong Kong are color-coded according to their operating areas. Separate rows are designated for different types of taxi: Take Red color taxi for the Hong Kong Island and Kowloon side.
You can also book a private car Pick-up for easy transfer to your hotel or destination in Hong Kong from Hong Kong Airport. Many private companies offer Pick-up service from HK Airport. Look for your name board in Arrival Hall, or you will be given a specific location to meet your driver with your booking confirmation. Although the most expensive, Private Car Pickup provides easy and comfortable transfer after a long flight. Pre-Book Private Pick-up online and avoid hassle at Airport Hong Kong Private Arrival Transfer: Airport to Hotel - $47.56 from: Viator |
Public Buses at Hong Kong Airport
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Public Bus from Hong Kong Airport : They are not the fastest way to get to/from the airport but certainly are the cheapest. Make sure that the bus stops are close to your hotel because maneuvering the streets with luggage can be difficult at times Follow the signs for the Ground Transportation Center. The bus driver will not give you a change. You can also pay by Octopus Card. - Airport Express Ticket counter, Or - Customer Service Center at the Ground Transportation Center. Or - Any Convenience Stores like 7-11. Purchase at the Customer Service Center at the Ground Transportation Center (Centre). - A11 and E11A are the popular routes to/from the Hong Kong Island side to the Airport - Bus route A21 is the popular route to/from the Kowloon Side to the Airport. Hong Kong One Way Luxe Airport Shuttle Service - $15.00 from: Viator |
Transfer/Transit Information for Connecting Flight at Hong Kong International Airport |
Transit/Connecting Flight or Ferry At Hong Kong Airport : Already have a boarding pass, then check the departure screen for the status of your connecting flight: - Follow the signs to the "Transfer" and go to the departure level for boarding gates - You will have to go through security at Transfer Station - Walk to your gate number at departure level once you are through security
- Collect your boarding pass at the transfer desk and present your checked-in luggage tag to secure your checked baggage transfer - Once you get your boarding pass, follow the signs to "Transfer" to reach the departures level for boarding gates. - You will have to go through security at Transfer Point
If you plan to go to Macao by Ferry from HKIA follow the signs for the Mainland/ Macau Ferries. - Purchase Ticket or Show your Ticket as well as Baggage Tags at the Ferry Counter - Your Baggage will be transferred to your ferry in case the final destination on your bags was Hong Kong - Head towards Skypier to catch your Ferry. You will be taken to Skypier by Airport internal Automated train. For more information watch our DIY Travel Guide on how to get to Macau or go to hipfig's webpage for Macau |
Hong Kong Hotel to Airport |
Hong Kong Hotel to Hong Kong Airport : Airport Express Shuttle Bus runs in 20-minute intervals starting around 6 AM to 11 PM. OR take other public transport or a taxi cab from your hotel to the nearest airport express station. Take the Airport Express train from the nearest Airport express Station (either Kowloon or Hong Kong Station) to the Hong Kong Airport. Please check with bellhop or concierge at your hotel on most convenient way. |
Hong Kong One Way Luxe Airport Shuttle Service - $15.00 The Airport Hotel Shuttle Bus provide door-to-door services between Hong Kong International Airport and all major designated downtown hotels.Travel efficiently from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Hong Kong Island or Kowloon downtown hotels in a comfortable and air-conditioned shared vehicle with a professional driver. |