# HKG — Hong Kong International Airport > Machine-readable reference for HKG. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/HKG.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-04T22:13:51.862+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Hong Kong International Airport - IATA: HKG - ICAO: VHHH - City: Hong Kong - Country: HK (HK) - Timezone: Asia/Hong_Kong - Distance from city: 34 km (21 mi) west of Hong Kong Island - Runways: 3 - Terminals: 2 - Annual passengers: 29.8M - Hub for: Cathay Pacific, HK Express, Hong Kong Airlines - Official website: https://www.hongkongairport.com ## Overview Welcome Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) is a well-crafted transfer machine centered around Terminal 1, a massive operation housing 88 gates. Its unique traveler experience is heavily influenced by an airside geography that many consider akin to navigating multiple mini-airports. Consistent flyers recognize this arrangement as requiring awareness of west and east concourses, isolated service areas, and long walking corridors that delineate its extensive layout. With hubs like Cathay Pacific and HK Express, HKIA is a prime node for international flight routes. At a glance Situated approximately 34 km west of Hong Kong Island, HKIA efficiently handles around 29.8 million passengers annually with its three runways. Terminal 1 is the main hub for departures, while Terminal 2 currently functions primarily for check-ins. As a global hub, it hosts airlines like Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong Airlines, and HK Express. The unique gate arrangement skips numbers 72-80, adding an element of surprise for first-time navigators. Terminals & layout Terminal 1 at HKIA is known for its massive infrastructure, providing a home to major lounges and services. The Pier, The Deck, The Wing, among others,… ## Terminals (2) - **Terminal 1** — 88 gates · airlines: Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong Airlines, HK Express, Hong Kong Dragon Airlines, Cathay Dragon URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/terminals/t1 - **Terminal 2** — airlines: Check-in functions only as of recent data, no departures URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/terminals/t2 ## Dining (23) - **% Arabica** — T1 · Coffeehouse · Specialty · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/arabica - **Burger King** — T1 · Fast food · Quick service · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/burger-king - **Crystal Jade La Mian Xiao Long Bao** — T1 · Chinese · Casual dining · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/crystal-jade-la-mian-xiao-long-bao - **Delifrance** — T1 · Bakery-café · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/delifrance - **Duddell's** — T1 · Chinese · Upscale casual · $$$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/duddell-s - **Hong Kong Kitchen** — T1 · Chinese · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/hong-kong-kitchen - **Jade Garden** — T1 · Chinese · Casual dining · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/jade-garden - **Maxim's MX** — T1 · Chinese fast food · Quick service · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/maxim-s-mx - **McDonald's** — T1 · Fast food · Quick service · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/mcdonald-s - **Mister Donut** — T1 · Donuts · Quick service · $ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/mister-donut - **Nobel House** — T1 · Bakery-café · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/nobel-house - **Pacific Coffee** — T1 · Coffeehouse · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/pacific-coffee - **Pizza Express** — T1 · Italian · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/pizza-express - **Pret A Manger** — T1 · Sandwiches · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/pret-a-manger - **Ramen Champion** — T1 · Japanese · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/ramen-champion - **Shake Shack** — T1 · Burgers · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/shake-shack - **Starbucks** — T1 · Coffeehouse · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/starbucks - **Sushiro** — T1 · Japanese · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/sushiro - **Tai Hing** — T1 · Chinese · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/tai-hing - **The Coffee Academïcs** — T1 · Coffeehouse · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/the-coffee-academ-cs - **The Noodle House** — T1 · Asian noodles · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/the-noodle-house - **The Premier Club Restaurant** — T1 · Asian/Western · Full-service · $$$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/the-premier-club-restaurant - **Tsui Wah** — T1 · Hong Kong café · Casual · $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/restaurants/tsui-wah ## Lounges (22) - **Cathay Pacific Lounge - The Bridge** — T1 · access: Cathay Pacific (CX) · 05:30 - Last flight URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/cathay-pacific-lounge-the-bridge-t1 - **Cathay Pacific Lounge - The Deck** — T1 · access: Cathay Pacific (CX) · 05:30 - 00:30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/cathay-pacific-lounge-the-deck-t1 - **Cathay Pacific Lounge - The Pier** — T1 · access: First Class URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/cathay-pacific-lounge-the-pier - **Cathay Pacific Lounge - The Pier (Business Class)** — T1 · access: Cathay Pacific (CX), Fiji Airways (FJ) · 05:30 - 00:30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/cathay-pacific-lounge-the-pier-business-class-t1 - **Cathay Pacific Lounge - The Pier (First Class)** — T1 · access: Cathay Pacific (CX) · 05:30 - 00:30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/cathay-pacific-lounge-the-pier-first-class-t1 - **Cathay Pacific Lounge - The Wing** — T1 · access: First Class · 05:30-00:30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/cathay-pacific-lounge-the-wing - **Cathay Pacific Lounge - The Wing (First Class)** — T1 · access: Cathay Pacific (CX) · 05:30 - Last Flight URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/cathay-pacific-lounge-the-wing-first-class-t1 - **Centurion Lounge** — T1 · access: American Express Centurion cardholders URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/centurion-lounge - **Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club** — T1 · access: Eligible cardholders, Priority Pass URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/chase-sapphire-lounge-by-the-club - **Club Autus** — T1 · access: Hong Kong Airlines (HX) · day pass: HKD 300 · 06:30 - 02:30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/club-autus-t1 - **Emirates Lounge** — T1 · access: Emirates (EK) · 17:40 - 23:35 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/emirates-lounge-t1 - **HKIA VIP Lounge** — T1 · access: Pay-in lounge URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/hkia-vip-lounge - **Plaza Premium Lounge** — T1 · access: Priority Pass, Pay-in lounge · day pass: $65 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/plaza-premium-lounge - **SilverKris Lounge** — T1 · access: Air Canada (AC), Air China (CA), Air India (AI), Air New Zealand (NZ), All Nippon Airways (NH), Asiana Airlines (OZ), Austrian Airlines (OS), EgyptAir (MS), Ethiopian Airlines (ET), EVA Air (BR), Lufthansa (LH), Shenzhen Airlines (ZH), Singapore Airlines (SQ), South African Airways (SA), SWISS (LX), Thai Airways (TG), Turkish Airlines (TK), United Airlines (UA) · 06:00 - 00:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/silverkris-lounge-t1 - **The Bridge** — T1 · access: First Class, Business Class URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/the-bridge - **The Deck** — T1 · access: First Class, Business Class URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/the-deck - **The Pier Business Class Lounge** — T1 · access: Business Class, Priority Pass URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/the-pier-business-class-lounge - **The Pier First Class Lounge** — T1 · access: First Class, Cathay Pacific URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/the-pier-first-class-lounge - **The Qantas Hong Kong Lounge** — T1 · access: Qantas Airways (QF), STARLUX Airlines (JX) · 07:30 - 23:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/the-qantas-hong-kong-lounge-t1 - **The Wing Business Class Lounge** — T1 · access: Business Class, Priority Pass URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/the-wing-business-class-lounge - **The Wing First Class Lounge** — T1 · access: First Class, Cathay Pacific URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/the-wing-first-class-lounge - **United Club** — T1 · access: Air Canada (AC), Air China (CA), Air India (AI), Air New Zealand (NZ), All Nippon Airways (NH), Asiana Airlines (OZ), Austrian Airlines (OS), EgyptAir (MS), Ethiopian Airlines (ET), EVA Air (BR), Lufthansa (LH), Shenzhen Airlines (ZH), Singapore Airlines (SQ), South African Airways (SA), SWISS (LX), Thai Airways (TG), Turkish Airlines (TK), United Airlines (UA) · 05:30 - 23:00 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/lounges/united-club-t1 ## Shops (33) - **52TOYS** — T1 · Toys & Games URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/52toys-t1 - **7-ELEVEN** — T1 · Convenience Stores URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/7-eleven-t1 - **adidas** — T1 · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/adidas-t1 - **Aesop** — T1 · Beauty and skincare URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/aesop - **APM MONACO** — T1 · Jewellery & Watches URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/apm-monaco-t1 - **Asia Favourites** — T1 · Packaged Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/asia-favourites-t1 - **Asia Selections** — T1 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/asia-selections-t1 - **Bacha Coffee** — T1 · Packaged Food URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/bacha-coffee-t1 - **Balenciaga** — T1 · Fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/balenciaga-t1 - **Bamboo Garden** — T1 · Dining URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/bamboo-garden-t1 - **Bank of China** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/bank-of-china - **Bank of China (Hong Kong)** — T1 · Money Exchange & Banking URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/bank-of-china-hong-kong-t1 - **Burberry** — T1 · Luxury fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/burberry - **Bvlgari** — T1 · Luxury jewelry and accessories URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/bvlgari - **Chanel** — T1 · Luxury fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/chanel - **Chung Hwa Book+** — T1 · Books URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/chung-hwa-book-t1 - **City Super** — T1 · Supermarket / gourmet URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/city-super - **DeliFresh** — T1 · Convenience / travel essentials URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/delifresh - **DFS Duty Free** — T1 · Duty-free URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/dfs-duty-free - **Fortnum & Mason** — T1 · Specialty gifts and gourmet URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/fortnum-mason - **Gucci** — T1 · Luxury fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/gucci - **Hermès** — T1 · Luxury fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/herm-s - **L’Occitane** — T1 · Beauty and skincare URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/l-occitane - **Louis Vuitton** — T1 · Luxury fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/louis-vuitton - **Moleskine** — T1 · Stationery and travel goods URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/moleskine - **Okashi Land Hong Kong Délices** — T1 · Souvenirs URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/okashi-land-hong-kong-delices-t1 - **Page One** — T1 · Books URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/page-one - **Prada** — T1 · Luxury fashion URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/prada - **RELAY** — T1 · Books URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/relay-t1 - **Swarovski** — T1 · Jewelry and gifts URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/swarovski - **The Body Shop** — T1 · Beauty and personal care URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/the-body-shop - **Travelwell** — T1 · Travel Essentials URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/travelwell-t1 - **WHSmith** — T1 · Books and convenience URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/shops/whsmith ## Parking (11) - **Accessible Parking** — next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/parking/accessible-parking - **Car Park 1** — Short stay · $20/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/parking/car-park-1 - **Car Park 3** — Long stay · $120/day, $15/hr, $840/week · 0.5 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/parking/car-park-3 - **Car Park 4** — Long stay · $120/day, $15/hr, $840/week · 0.6 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/parking/car-park-4 - **Car Park 5** — Garage · Near SkyPier/airport area URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/parking/car-park-5 - **Car Park 6** — Garage · Airport grounds URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/parking/car-park-6 - **Electric Vehicle Charging Parking** — next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/parking/ev-charging-parking - **Long Stay Parking** — Long stay · $256/day, $470 for the first 3 days, $256 each day thereafter/week · 0.5 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/parking/long-stay-parking - **Remote Parking** — Remote · $200/day · 1 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/parking/remote-parking - **Short Stay Parking** — Short stay · $35 for the first hour, $50 each hour thereafter/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/parking/short-stay-parking - **Valet Parking** — Valet · $500/day · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/parking/valet-parking ## Ground transport (6) - **Airport Express** — Train · 24 min to Central · HK$85 · Every 10 min URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/transport/airport-express - **Cityflyer A11** — Bus · ~45-60 min to Central · HK$40 · Every 20-30 min URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/transport/cityflyer-a11 - **Cityflyer A21** — Bus · ~45-60 min to Kowloon · HK$34.60 · Every 20-30 min URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/transport/cityflyer-a21 - **Hotel Shuttle** — Shuttle · Varies · Varies · Scheduled URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/transport/hotel-shuttle - **Private Car / Rideshare Pickup** — Rideshare · Varies · Varies URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/transport/private-car-rideshare-pickup - **Taxi** — Taxi · ~30-60 min to downtown · HK$300-400+ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/transport/taxi ## Insider tips - _Insider_: If you are connecting, check your next gate early: gate numbers 72–80 are skipped, which may confuse those expecting a continuous sequence. - _Time_: Use the airport map before leaving security or immigration; a lounge or restaurant on the wrong side can add substantial walking time. - _Local_: Terminal 1 is the main operational hub housing premium dining and lounge options. Prioritize the Pier or Wing over other lounges if you have access. - _Avoid_: Do not assume lower gate numbers mean closer proximity; gate locations depend on concourse or hall. - _Quiet_: For a quiet reset, lounges like The Pier and The Wing are worth the walk for premium space and amenities. - _Insider_: Treat HKIA as a lounge crawl airport due to its vast dimensions and varying lounge and restaurant quality. - _Time_: Arriving by ferry or intermodal transfer? Facilities are split across levels—know your path to avoid wasted time. ## Travellers notes mentioning HKG - [What the best airport lounges in the world actually have in common](https://airport.flights/notes/what-the-best-lounges-have-in-common) — by Mei Lin Tan, 2026-06-08 Four traits that make The Pier First, Qantas First, Lufthansa’s FCT and SFO’s Centurion feel like sanctuaries—and why most U.S. lounges don’t. - [Why Asian airports keep winning the experience race](https://airport.flights/notes/why-asian-airports-keep-winning) — by Kenji Watanabe, 2026-06-08 What SIN, ICN, HND, HKG and friends are doing differently, and why US hubs feel so far behind. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/HKG.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/hkg/departures — HTML page with live departures