How to Get to Hong Kong - By Plane, Train, Bus, and Ferry
Hong Kong is the international transportation hub in the world, travelers can easily reach by train, plane, ferry, and bus.
The best and easiest way to get into Hong Kong from abroad is by plane, traveling from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Futian, Humen, and Dongguan by high-speed train, and traveling from Macao by bus or by ferry. The high-speed trail also links to major cities in China like Beijing, Shanghai, Guilin, Changsha, Chongqing, and Kunming..., or you can take an airplane to Hong Kong as well from most cities in China.
Travel to Hong Kong By Plane
The Hong Kong International Airport (code: HKG) is the largest airport in Hong Kong, located at 1 Sky Plaza Rd, Chek Lap Kok, Hong Kong. It operates 160 destinations with 120 airlines.
Flight to Hong Kong from Overseas - Updated on Feb 6
With over 150 international flights per day from overseas to Hong Kong and vice versa, travelers can easy to book online at the cheapest price. Here are Scheduled Flights from popular destinations to Hong Kong.
|
From |
To |
Time Needed |
Scheduled Flights Per Day |
|
London (LHR) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
12h30 m |
4 (11:15am - 22:05pm) |
|
Singapore (SIN) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
4h |
9 (8:25am-8:15pm) |
|
Tokyo (NRT) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
5h25 m |
4 (2:25pm-4pm) |
|
Delhi (DEL) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
5h20 m |
2 (1:30am - 8:45pm) |
|
Manila (MNL) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
2h30 m |
13 (4:45am-7:45pm) |
|
Sydney (SYD) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
9h20 m |
2 (10:15am-15:15pm) |
|
Toronto (YYZ) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
15h50m |
2 (00:10am -2:10pm) |
|
Bangkok (BKK) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
2h50m |
5 (2:15pm - 9pm) |
|
Melbourne (MEL) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
9h |
3 (1am-3:20pm) |
|
Seoul (SEL) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
3h30 m |
4 (10:10am - 8pm) |
|
New York (JFK) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
16h15 m |
3 (12:05am-1:50pm) |
|
Malaysia (KUL) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
4h |
4 (7:55am-5:50pm) |
|
Taiwan (TPE) |
Hong Kong (HKG) |
1h50 m |
5 (2:25pm-10:20pm) |
Requirements to Enter Hong Kong Form Aboard
Before departing for Hong Kong, you should pay attention to the relevant inbound travel restrictions, and prepare the documents in advance as follows:
- All inbound persons (aged four or above ) are required to conduct a RAT (can be self-administered) within 24 hours, or a negative PCR test was taken within 48 hours prior to boarding the flight.
- Declare the test result via the "Health & Quarantine Information Declaration Form at www.chp.gov.hk/hdf/ prior to arrival in Hong Kong.
Flight to Hong Kong from China's Mainland
Since customs clearance between the mainland and Hong Kong on January 8, 2023, the number of flights between the mainland and Hong Kong has experienced a significant increase.
By the end of January, the number of destinations between the mainland and Hong Kong has reached 23, including Beijing PEK/PKX, Tianjin TSN, Shenyang SHE, Dalian DLC, Qingdao TAO, Jinan TNA, Shanghai PVG, Nanjing NKG, Wuxi WUX, Hangzhou HGH, Ningbo NGB, Xiamen XMN, Fuzhou FOC, Haikou HAK, Guangzhou CAN, Wuhan WUH, Zhengzhou CGO, Changsha CSX, Chongqing CKG, Chengdu CTU, Kunming KMG, Xi'an XIY.
Scheduled Flight to Hong Kong from Major Cities in China- Updated on Feb 6
|
Cities |
Airports |
Weekly Flights |
Dates |
Hours |
|
Beijing
|
Capital Airport(PKX) |
35 |
Monday to Sunday |
3h30m |
|
Daxing Airport(PKX) |
7 |
Monday to Sunday |
3h40m |
|
|
Tianjin |
Binhai Airport |
9 |
Monday to Sunday |
3h30m |
|
Shanghai |
Pudong Airport |
63 |
Monday to Sunday |
3h10m |
|
Nanjing |
Lukou Airport |
15 |
Monday to Sunday |
3h |
|
Hangzhou |
Xiaoshan Airport (HGH) |
20 |
Monday to Sunday |
2h50m |
|
Xiamen |
Gaoqi Airport (XMN) |
14 |
Monday to Sunday |
1h35m |
|
Fuzhou |
Changle Airport (FOC) |
12 |
Monday to Sunday |
1h40m |
|
Wuhan |
Tianhe Airport (WUH) |
8 |
Sunday to Friday |
2h15m |
|
Changsha |
Changsha Airport (CSX) |
1 |
Monday |
2h |
|
Chongqing |
Jiangbei Airport (CKG) |
7 |
Tuesday to Sunday |
2h30m |
|
Chengdu |
Shuangliu Airport (CTU) |
23 |
Monday to Sunday |
2h40m |
|
Xi’an |
Xianyang Airoirt (SIA) |
2 |
Tuesday and Friday |
3h15m |
Requirements of Flight to Hong Kong Form China's Mainland
Since Feb 6, 2023, all travel restrictions for traveling between Hong Kong and the Mainland are lifted.
- Travelers visit Hong Kong from the Mainland without quarantine, a certificate of negative PCR test, and no vaccination requirements.
- All boundary control points are open without prescribed daily quotas. A custom health declaration is required.
Travel to Hong Kong by Train
In addition to flying directly to Hong Kong, you can also reach by high-speed train from China's Mainland. The high-speed rail links the Chinese mainland and West Kowloon Hong Kong, the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong express rail resumed operation on January 15, 2023, after three years of suspension due to the COVID-10 pandemic.
Trains from Guangzhou and Shenzhen to West Kowloon were the first to run between the mainland and Hong Kong, there are over 77 trains operated daily along the route.
Trains from Beijing, Changsha, Chongqing, Kunming, and other Chinese mainland cities to Hong Kong will resume soon, but dates are unknown.
Requirements of Train to Hong Kong from China's Mainland
- Travelers visit Hong Kong from the Mainland without quarantine, a certificate of negative PCR test, and no vaccination requirements. A health declaration is required.
- All boundary control points are open without prescribed daily quotas
Hong Kong Train Ticket Booking
You can purchase Hong Kong high-speed train tickets online 28-30 days in advance in the following ways:
- China Travel provides convenient and efficient train ticket booking services and ticket consultants. Book Hong Kong Train Ticket
- Purchase tickets on the China train website: www.12306.cn.
- Purchase tickets on Hong Kong MTR's official website: www.mtr.com.hk/highspeed.
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Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Shuttle Bus
Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge shuttle bus provides a convenient way of transportation between the Greater Bay Area and Hong Kong.
On February 6, 2023, the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge shuttle bus between Hong Kong and Zhuhai resumed offline ticket service. Passengers can buy tickets at the port, or pre-order tickets on their WeChat official account (WeChat ID: hzmbus) or the official website (www.hzmbus.com).
Notes:
- Travel to Hong Kong from Greater Bay Area is requuire to fill up health declaration form on www.chp.gov.hk/hdf/ prior to their arrival at Hong Kong.
- Passengers can use MOP, RMB, HKD, Alipay, Macau Connect, UnionPay card, or VISA/MASTER card to pay for tickets at Macao port.
Time Schedule of Hong Kong Macao Shuttle Bus - 24/7 hours
Hong Kong - Macau
| Hong Kong to Macau | Ticket Price（CNY） | Macau to Hong Kong | Ticket Price（CNY） |
| 12:30 am | 70 | 1 am | 70 |
| 1:30 am | 70 | 2 am | 70 |
| 2:30 am | 70 | 3:am | 70 |
| 3:30 am | 70 | 4 am | 70 |
| 4:30 am | 70 | 5 am | 70 |
| 5:30 am | 70 | 6 am | 65 |
| 6:00 am | 65 | 7 am | 65 |
| 6:30 am | 65 | 7:30 am | 65 |
| 7 am - 8:59 am (depart every 15-20 minutes) | 65 | 8 am - 9:59 am (depart every 15-20 minutes) | 65 |
| 9 am - 8:59 pm (depart every 10-15 minutes) | 65 | 10 am - 9: 50 pm (depart every 10-15 minutes) | 65 |
| 9 pm - 12 am (depart every 15-20 minutes) | 65-70 | 10 pm - 12:59 am (depart every 15-20 minutes) | 65-70 |
Time Schedule of Hong Kong - Zhuhai Shuttle Bus - 24 hours
Hong Kong - Zhuhai
| Hong Kong to Zhuhai | Ticket Price（CNY） | Zhuhai to Hong Kong | Ticket Price（CNY） |
| 12 am | 70 | 12:30 am | 63 |
| 1 am | 70 | 1:30 am | 63 |
| 2 am | 70 | 2:30 am | 63 |
| 3 am | 70 | 3:30 am | 63 |
| 4 am | 70 | 4:30 am | 63 |
| 5 am | 70 | 5: 30 am | 63 |
| 6 am | 65 | 6: 30 am - 9:40 pm (depart every 15-20 minutes) |
58 |
| 6:30 am | 65 | 10 pm - 11:30 pm (depart every 30 minutes) | 58 |
| 7 am | 65 | ||
| 7:30 am | 65 | ||
| 8:00 am - 10 pm (depart every 15-20 minutes) | 65 | ||
| 10:01 pm - 11:30 pm (depart every 30 minutes) | 65-70 |
Where to Take the Bus
Zhuhai: Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Zhuhai Highway Port DE floor
- Getting there: Bus No 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 from the central city to Zhuhai Port
Macao: Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Macao Port
- Getting there: B4 Hong Kong Airport (HKG) - Hong Kong Port Line, B6 Tung Chung - Hong Kong Port Line
Hong Kong: Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Hong Kong Port
- Getting there: 101x Macao City - Macao Port Line, 102x Taipa - Macao Port Line
Travel to Hong Kong by Ferry
Travel by ferry to Hong Kong from Macao, Greater bay area of Zhuhai, Shekou consider as the fastest way, it is suitable for passengers going to central Hong Kong or to Hong Kong Airport.
From Macao
Passengers can take a speedboat between Hong Kong and Macao in just one hour, and the speed boats running between Haitian Terminal of Hong Kong Airport, the Passengers Terminal in Tsim Sha Tsui, the Hong Kong-Macau Terminal in the Shindh Centre, and the passenger terminal in Macao.
- Operation hours: 24 hours daily
- Frequency: every 15 minutes
- Tickets: HKD142
- How to buy a ticket: purchase at the ticket counter at the cruise terminal
From Zhuhai
Travel by waterway from Zhuhai Jiuzhou Passenger Port to Hong Kong has long been one of the popular ways between the two places. There are two daily round-trip ferries from Jiuzhou Port to Hong Kong (Hong Kong Macao Wharf).
- The time needed: 70 minutes
- Operation hours: 8 am - 9:30 pm
- Ticket Price: HKD195-HKD290
- How to buy a ticket: Search small program on WeChat (九州客运) purchase online or purchase at the ticket counter at the cruise terminal
From Shekou
Passengers can arrive at central Hong Kong and Hong Kong International Airport by ferry from Shekou Port. Getting to central Hong Kong in 30 minutes and to Hong Kong International Airport in 30 minutes.
- Operation hours: 07:15 am - 10:45 pm
- The time needed: 30 minutes
- Ticket price: second-class seats CNY120, first-class seats CNY150
- How to buy a ticket: buy online: https://www.cmskchp.com/ or purchase at the ticket counter at the cruise terminal
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Hong Kong Travel FAQs
Do I need PCR tests or rapid antigen tests (RATs) upon arrival and during my stay in Hong Kong?
From overseas: All inbound persons (aged four or above ) are required to conduct a RAT (can be self-administered) within 24 hours, or a negative PCR test was taken within 48 hours prior to boarding the flight. A health declaration form must be completed and submitted prior to departure, the health declaration is valid for 96 hours.
From China's mainland and Macao: PCR tests or rapid antigen tests (RATs) are not inquired, but need to fill out a health declaration form through the China Custom Website prior to departure.
Do I need a visa to go to Hong Kong?
Nationals from 170 countries can visit Hong Kong and do not need a visa to enter Hong Kong with a maximum stay of 90 days. You only need a visa if You plan to stay for more than 90 days – obtain an extension with the Hong Kong SAR Immigration Department.