Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), also referred to as Chek Lap Kok International Airport or Chek Lap Kok Airport, was built on the island of Chek Lap Kok in western Hong Kong in 1998. It’s the only civil airport serving Hong Kong with one of the largest passenger terminals in the world and an annual passenger traffic of around 50 million.
Hong Kong Airport is the primary hub for Cathay Pacific, Greater Bay Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, and HK Express, a focus city for China Airlines and China Eastern Airlines, while Ethiopian Airlines utilizes Hong Kong International Airport as a stopover point for their flights.
Hong Kong Airport Services
SPECIAL ASSISTANCE
Hong Kong Airport ensures barrier-free services and facilities for travelers with reduced mobility, visual or hearing impairments, and other special needs, like expedited entry to the security screening and immigration area, internet terminals and phone charging facilities at accessible height, braille maps and tactile guide paths, and audio warning signal and messages in all people conveyance facilities, such as lights, escalators and walkways.
If you wish to use the wheelchair service at the Hong Kong International Airport, you can pre-book the complimentary service by contacting your airline or travel agent. You can then be picked up at an agreed location, such as the terminal kerbside, the Airport Express Line platform, or the check-in counter, depending on the request made in advance.
Alternatively, you can pre-book the wheelchair service at a charge from the airport-licensed service provider ALLWAYS by calling their 24-hour hotline at +852 2275 0000.
LUGGAGE STORAGE
OTHER LUGGAGE SERVICES
HONG KONG AIRPORT LOUNGE
FREE WIFI AND CHARGING FACILITIES
Hong Kong Airport Parking
If you’re driving your own or a rented vehicle, you can head to the Hong Kong Airport Parking before your flight. Both short-term and long-term options are available, suitable for picking up and dropping off a loved one or for a longer vacation. Private parking spaces, like the 11 SKIES Car Park, are also available near the airport.
Car Park 1
Short-term parking operating 24/7.
On Departure Level 3 – west side of the passenger terminal, opposite the Ground Transportation Center.
Special parking spaces are reserved for PRM travelers.
First Hour: €4 (HKD 35)
Each hour thereafter: €5.70 (HKD 50)
Car Park 4
Short-term and long-term multi-storey parking operating 24/7.
On Arrivals Level 5 – east side of the passenger terminal, next to the Regal Airport Hotel.
Special parking spaces are reserved for PRM travelers.
Park on the G/F to 5/F of the Car Park 4 for long-term stays.
Free up to 30 minutes
Hourly: €3.20 (HKD 28)
Daily: €25.50 (HKD 224)
Valet Parking
Service hours: 24 hours
Parking period: 1 hour to 30 days
Drop-off point: Departure Kerb Zone 4
Pick-up point: 6/F of Car Park 4 (Valet Parking Service Counter)
Service charge: €20.50 (HKD 180)
*Excluding parking charges.
Arrivals
Departures
Hong Kong Airport Terminal
Hong Kong Airport has one of the largest passenger terminal buildings in the world. It’s built on seven levels covering 771,650 square meters and divided into different sections: Terminal 1 (T1), T1 Midfield Concourse, and T1 Satellite Concourse. Terminal 2 was used until 2025 but it’s currently closed due to construction. The impressive Sky Bridge and the SkyPier Terminal are also part of the airport. An Automated People Mover (APM) system facilitates quick transfers between different sections of the terminal.
With 369 Check-in Counters, 530 Departure Gates, 12 Customer Service Counters, a Sky Garden, a children’s playground, around 60 food outlets, and around 200 retail shops, Hong Kong Airport is an impressive and modern airport that goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable travel experience to all arriving and departing passengers.
Terminal 1
Transportation options from and to Hong Kong Airport
Hong Kong Airport to the City
By Train
The Airport Express Train is the fastest option to get from Hong Kong Airport to the city. You can reach Kowloon Station in about 25 minutes.
*Departure every 10 minutes.
By Bus
CityFlyer Buses A11 and A21 are the most popular bus routes to reach Western Harbour Crossing or Tsim Sha Tsui in around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
*Departure every 20 minutes.
By Taxi
Hop in a Hong Kong Airport taxi from the rank to reach your hotel or apartment in the city directly at any time during the day.
Or pre-book a personalized Hong Kong Airport transfer with Welcome Pickups for professional service and a timely pickup.
By Car
Rent a car at Hong Kong Airport to enjoy flexibility and reach any destination you want at your own pace.
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
More connections from Hong Kong Airport
BUSES AND COACHES
Besides the numerous local bus lines that connect Hong Kong International Airport to almost anywhere around Hong Kong, you can catch a coach from HKG to several other destinations.
CTG BUS, Eternal East Tours Company Limited, S.T. Travel, and TIL Chinalink are coach providers available at the Mainland/ Macao Transport Centre of Terminal 1 that connect Hong Kong Airport to destinations such as Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Dongguan, Huizhou, Foshan, Zhongshan, Zhuhai, and the Western Greater Bay Area.
SKYPIER FERRY
TAXIS AND PRIVATE TRANSFERS
CAR RENTAL
Hotels near Hong Kong Airport
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Hong Kong Airport: 24/7
Shopping & Dining: 24-hour options available
Recommended Arrival Times
International Flights: 3 hours
Domestic Flights: 2 hours
Airport Codes
IATA Hong Kong Airport Code: HKG
ICAO Hong Kong Airport Code: VHHH
Contact Information
Hotline: +852 2181 8888
Lost and Found: +852 2182 2018
Medical Center: +852 2261 2626
Baggage Storage and Delivery: +852 2261 0110
Frequently Asked Questions
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Hong Kong Airport holds a high position in the annual ranking of the world’s best terminals. You can have a look at Hong Kong International Airport photos online, which are also helpful for navigating the airport more easily.
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