Hong Kong Airport Arrival Alerts
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Get a text when they land at HKGAirport Code
HKG
Passengers/Year
55 million
Terminals
Terminal 1, Terminal 2 (check-in only)
Exit Time
20-30 minutes after landing
About
Arriving at Hong Kong International Airport
Hong Kong International sits on Chek Lap Kok, a reclaimed island off Lantau. The airport opened in 1998 and replaced the legendary Kai Tak airport. Terminal 1 handles virtually all flights. Terminal 2 is a check-in facility only, with no gates.
Immigration is efficient and well-staffed. From landing to the arrivals hall takes 20-30 minutes for most passengers. E-channels speed things up for eligible travelers. The airport runs smoothly even at peak times.
The Airport Express train is the best connection to the city. It takes 24 minutes to Hong Kong Station in Central, with a stop at Kowloon (21 minutes). Trains run every 10-12 minutes. You can check in for your return flight at the in-town stations, which is a nice feature.
UK to Hong Kong is 11-12 hours direct. Flights typically depart evening UK time and arrive late afternoon or evening the next day, Hong Kong time. Hong Kong is 8 hours ahead of the UK (7 during British Summer Time).
For pickups at the airport, the Meeters Hall is on the arrivals level. Taxis are plentiful and well-organized with a queue system. The ride to Central takes 30-40 minutes and costs around HK$300.
Pickup tip
Airport Express is the fastest way to the city. Meeters Hall in arrivals for pickups.
How it works
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
How do I know when a flight lands at Hong Kong?
Enter the flight number into SkyText. You'll receive a text when the flight lands.
How do I get from Hong Kong airport to the city?
Airport Express train to Central takes 24 minutes. Taxis take 30-40 minutes.
Is Hong Kong airport efficient?
Very. Expect 20-30 minutes from landing to the arrivals hall.
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