Flying from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) begins with finding the right airport to jet off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are your options in Vancouver.
Hop on a direct Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 14 hours.
Hong Kong International Airport is located in Hong Kong. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
The busiest route is from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), with 28 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from YVR to HKG is the 12:05am Cathay Pacific service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 3:05pm with Cathay Pacific.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Vancouver to HKG.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can find a direct flight from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
You'll have your choice of airlines that operate direct flights from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport leaving from YVR. Book your journey with one of these:
The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Cathay Pacific from YVR to HKG.
Cathay Pacific is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
YVR is about 14 kilometres from central Vancouver. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% land on schedule at their destination.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can arrive at CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 15 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Vancouver to HKG flight:
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
YXX is around 64 kilometres from central Vancouver. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour. If you're thinking about taking public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Abbotsford Airport and get to your boarding gate with time to spare:
Flights departing from YXX reach their destination within the scheduled time frame 67.97% of the time.
About Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near HKG:
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
Hong Kong International Airport to central Hong Kong is roughly 24 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport is R 4,910. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 8,393. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Book four months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Vancouver to HKG.
The best month for picking up cheap Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). August is when most people visit Hong Kong. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in April.
Lock in a Vancouver to HKG plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Hong Kong to range from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Hong Kong
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Hong Kong right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Hong Kong International Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak are must-do's during your Hong Kong adventure.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Hong Kong. Around 113 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include 珠江夜景, Yuyuan Garden and Shamian Island.
If there's time to check out another great destination in China, consider Shantou, roughly 306 kilometres north-east of Hong Kong. Shantou Old Town, Beishan Bay and Longhu Beach Tourist Resort are among the biggest draws.
