How much is a taxi from HKG to Central, Hong Kong Island?

Taxi fares: about HK$300–$400 ($38–$51). The ride takes 35–50 min depending on traffic.

Which airlines fly from HKG?

Airlines at HKG include Cathay Pacific, United Airlines, American Airlines, Qantas, Emirates, Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Can I leave HKG on a layover?

Yes, if you have at least 4 h 30 min: that covers getting out of the airport, the round trip to Central, Hong Kong Island, an hour there and getting back through security. U.S. citizens don't need a visa for short stays.

Are there lounges at HKG?

Cathay Pacific's The Pier, The Wing and The Deck; Plaza Premium lounges with showers.

Is there a hotel at HKG?

Regal Airport Hotel, connected to the terminal.

How long do I need to connect at HKG?

We recommend at least 1 h 15 min for a connection in the same terminal, and more for a terminal change or after an international arrival. Our HKG connection guide breaks it down step by step.

Hong Kong · airport guide

Hong Kong Airport guide

Hong Kong International Airport has Terminal 1 with the Midfield Concourse. The quickest way from HKG to Central, Hong Kong Island is the Airport Express (about 24 minutes, about HK$115 ($15)).

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Transit to Central, Hong Kong Island

24 min

Airport Express, about HK$115 ($15)

Taxi

35–50 min

about HK$300–$400 ($38–$51)

Connecting here

1 h 15 min

Same terminal, no passport control

Leave on a layover

4 h 30 min+

Layover you need to visit the city

Quick answer

The quickest way from HKG to Central, Hong Kong Island is the Airport Express (about 24 minutes, about HK$115 ($15)). Connecting here, allow at least 1 h 15 min for a connection in the same terminal. Airlines here include Cathay, United, American, Qantas and Emirates.

Terminals: Terminal 1 with the Midfield Concourse
Taxi: 35–50 min, about HK$300–$400 ($38–$51)
Connecting: At least 1 h 15 min for a connection in the same terminal
Lounges: Cathay Pacific's The Pier, The Wing and The Deck; Plaza Premium lounges with showers
Hotel: Regal Airport Hotel, connected to the terminal

Getting from HKG to Central, Hong Kong Island

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

Airport Expressto Hong Kong Station, Centralabout 24 minabout HK$115 ($15)
Taxi or rideshare35–50 minabout HK$300–$400 ($38–$51)

Inside HKG

Terminals and connections

Transfers follow the transfer signs to security in Terminal 1; an automated train serves the Midfield Concourse.

How long a layover you need at HKG

Lounges

•Cathay Pacific's The Pier, The Wing and The Deck
•Plaza Premium lounges with showers

Sleep, showers and hotels

•Regal Airport Hotel, connected to the terminal

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Can you leave HKG on a layover?

With at least 4 h 30 min between flights, yes. Here's where the time goes.

Off the plane, through passport control and out45 min
To Central, Hong Kong Island and back, the fastest way48 min
Time in town worth the trip1 h
Back through security and passport control to your gate1 h 30 min
Layover you need4 h 30 min

U.S. citizens don't need a visa for short stays.

Keep your bags checked through and carry your boarding pass for the next flight. On a long layover, a hotel day room or lounge can be a better use of the time than a rushed trip into town.

Airlines at HKG

Major airlines that fly from HKG (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

Cathay Pacific Carry-on 56 × 36 × 23 cm Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Qantas Carry-on 56 × 36 × 23 cm Bag fees
Emirates Carry-on 55 × 38 × 20 cm Bag fees
Qatar Airways Carry-on 50 × 37 × 25 cm Bag fees
Singapore Airlines Carry-on 115 cm total Bag fees

HKG airport FAQ

The quickest option is the Airport Express to Hong Kong Station, Central: about 24 minutes for about HK$115 ($15). A taxi takes 35–50 min (about HK$300–$400 ($38–$51)).

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Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Fares, lounges, airlines and parking change; check with the operator or airport before you travel.

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