Cheap flights to Hong Kong from across Australia

Get ready for a skyline like no other. Hong Kong’s cityscape is towering high-rises with neon-lit harbour views. 

In Hong Kong, you can hike forested trails like Dragon’s Back by day and hungrily feast on Michelin-starred dim sum by night. It might seem small, but don’t be fooled. There are over 260 islands in its archipelago to explore. And whether you’re sailing across Victoria Harbour, temple-hopping in Central, wandering the markets of Mong Kok, or hitting the beach at Shek O, this city packs more into one place than seems possible.

How long is the flight to Hong Kong?

• Sydney to Hong Kong: 9 hours, 30 minutes
• Melbourne to Hong Kong: 9 hours, 10 minutes
• Brisbane to Hong Kong: 8 hours, 55 minutes
• Perth to Hong Kong: 7 hours, 45 minutes

Which airlines fly direct to Hong Kong

• Cathay Pacific: The flag carrier of Hong Kong International Airport hosts multiple daily services and has award-winning economy cabins and Asia Pacific lounge access.
• Qantas: Full-service Aussie airline with daily flights, Frequent Flyer points, and in-town check-in at Hong Kong Station/Kowloon Station via Airport Express
• Hong Kong Airlines: A full-service airline that is a new player on the Australia to Hong Kong route

Where you can fly direct to Hong Kong from

• Sydney: Cathay Pacific, Qantas, Hong Kong Airlines
• Melbourne: Cathay Pacific, Qantas
• Brisbane: Cathay Pacific
• Perth: Cathay Pacific

Where is the airport in Hong Kong?

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) is out on Chek Lap Kok island, which is about 26 km from the city centre. To reach the city, you’ve got tons of options. The Airport Express train takes just 24 minutes to Central and leaves every 10 minutes. 

Public buses are cheaper and run all night. Taxis charge by meter, with separate colours for different zones (red for urban, green for New Territories, and blue for Lantau). Rideshares and hotel shuttles are also pretty common.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Hong Kong

May (outside of Golden Week) is typically the most affordable month to fly out to HK, with this shoulder season falling after the busy spring travel window, but before the school holidays and summer rush. Just know that the weather can be hot and humid. This might deter some travellers, but means solid deals for those who don’t mind a little sweat. 

December sees peak prices, driven by holiday travel. Avoid flights during the Lunar New Year, Golden Week or Christmas holidays, which bring both fare hikes and crowds.

Passport and visa requirements when flying to Hong Kong

Australians score visa-free entry for up to 90 days. Just need to make sure your passport is valid for the duration of your stay.

How early to arrive at the airport

Plan to arrive at least 2 hours before departure for international flights - especially if you're checking bags or flying during peak hours. 

But Hong Kong has a special service: in‑town check-in service. This means that if you are staying in the city and flying with a participating airline, you can skip the airport queues. It’s available at both Kowloon and Hong Kong stations via the Airport Express and lets you check in and drop your luggage as early as 24 hours (or as late as 90 minutes) before your flight.

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