Travelling from Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG) to Ningbo Airport (NGB): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Ningbo Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
Hong Kong and Ningbo share the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Take your pick of 18 weekly Hong Kong Intl Airport to Ningbo Airport flights. The 11:00 departure with Cathay Pacific is the earliest flight available. Hong Kong Express operates the latest service of the day at 19:50.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your HKG to NGB flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
With direct flights from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Ningbo Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Ningbo (and then other parts of China) is a cinch. You can travel nonstop with these carriers:
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is HK Express.
China Eastern is the most punctual carrier offering HKG to NGB flights, with 71.74% of its services arriving as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Ningbo Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between HKG and NGB:
Guangzhou Airport
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG) to Ningbo Airport (NGB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hong Kong Intl Airport to Ningbo Airport flight is R 1,333. A return fare right now is R 2,204. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from HKG to NGB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Ningbo Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from HKG to NGB by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Ningbo Airport.
Handy information about Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
77% of flights taking off from Hong Kong Intl Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Hong Kong to Hong Kong Intl Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near HKG? If you've booked an early flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Ningbo Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ningbo Airport (NGB)
If you're arriving on a late Hong Kong Intl Airport to Ningbo Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near NGB:
Getting from Ningbo Airport (NGB) to central Ningbo
NGB is located at 017 County Rd..
Ningbo Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Ningbo. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Ningbo Airport (NGB)
The quietest month for a flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Ningbo Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Ningbo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Ningbo Airport for August if you'd like to visit Ningbo during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HKG to NGB sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've visited Ningbo, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey around 153 kilometres north to Shanghai to tick off its leading sights. From Shanghai Museum to Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Nanjing is another sought-after destination in China and is around 354 kilometres north-west of Ningbo. No journey is complete without seeing Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall.