Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport is 15 hours 35 minutes.
Hong Kong's timezone is UTC+8, making Hong Kong 15 hours ahead of Los Angeles.
You can choose from 41 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flights. The 00:15 departure with Cathay Pacific is the earliest you can take. United Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 23:45.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your LAX to HKG flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Hong Kong (and then discovering more of China!) is a breeze with Cathay Pacific. This popular airline has direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Cathay Pacific on this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers LAX to HKG flights, with 65.18% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between LAX and HKG:
Beijing Capital International Airport
Brisbane Airport
San Francisco International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Currently, C$535 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$1,034. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap tickets from LAX to HKG, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
LAX is located at One World Way.
81.05% of flights leaving Los Angeles International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. With its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when setting off from LAX.
To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near LAX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HKG instead:
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
From Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
April is the busiest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Hong Kong in April.
The warmest month in Hong Kong is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LAX to HKG in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of China
You've done Hong Kong, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey about 129 kilometres north-west to Guangzhou to check off its leading attractions. From Canton Tower to Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in China, consider Shenzhen, roughly 27 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong. Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning are key reasons to visit.