Airport Transfer Services
Adjacent to Lantau Island, the Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), also known as the Chek Lap Kok Airport, is one of the busiest airports in the world. It has two terminals; terminal 2 is usually used by low-cost companies. The distance to the city center is ~35km. The airport as a transportation hub aslo provides ferry services for transit passengers to Macau, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhongshan, etc.
There are several ways to get to the city from the airport or vice versa: the Airport Express, taxis, buses or limousine services. Each option has its own pros and cons.
Fares from Airport | to Kowloon | to HK Island |
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Airport Express | HK$90 | HK$100 |
Bus | HK$14-42 | HK$21-48 |
Taxi | ~HK$220-280 | ~HK$280-350 |
Limousine Service | starts from HK$500 | starts from HK$550 |
Airport Express
The Airport Express is the fastest way to get to downtown. The journey to Central takes 24 minutes and the trains run every 10 minutes from 5:50am to 1:15am. The fare to Kowloon station costs HK$90, to Hong Kong station (Central) costs HK$100. Besides, if you travel in a group or family you can save up to 40% on fares.
Airport ‹‹ ›› Kowloon station: a group of 2 - HK$140; 3 - HK$190; 4 - HK$220.
Airport ‹‹ ›› Hong Kong station: a group of 2 - HK$160 ; 3 - HK$210; 4 - HK$250.
In addition, the Airport Express offers several benefits to its passengers, such as free in-town check-in service, a free return journey (same day), free MTR connections and free shuttle buses to major hotels in Kowloon and on Hong Kong Island.
There are two minor flaws:
1. The price. The fare is several times more expensive than a bus fare.
2. Interchanges. In order to get to your hotel, you have to get off the express train and get on a free shuttle bus or taxi. This is not a problem if you travel light, but if you have a lot of luggage it is a bit awkward.
Scheme: Airport ››› Airport Express ››› Free AE Shuttle Bus or taxi ››› Hotel or Apartment.
For more information, please visit Hong Kong Airport Express.
Airport Bus Routes
Another popular way, especially among budget travelers, is to take a ride on a bus. The main benefit is the price as well as the main disadvantage is time. There are several routes: "A" routes are the fastest and best way to get to the city by bus; buses on "E" routes stop more frequently and have a limited luggage space; "N" routes run after midnight and are suitable for those who arrive at night. The bus stop (Ground Transportation Centre) of aforementioned routes is situated outside the arrival hall on the right side. Follow the direction signs.
"A" routes are served by two bus companies. Hong Kong Island and Kowloon are served by Citybus Limited (Cityflyer Routes), while the New Territories are served by Long Win Bus Company (Airbus Routes). Cityflyer Routes serving Hong Kong Island and Kowloon are the most suitable for tourists. Buses on specified routes are very comfortable, have large luggage racks, and come with an announcement system, which informs in advance an upcoming bus stop in English and Chinese.
The most popular routes are A11 and A21. The route A11 serves Central, Admiralty, Wan Chai, Causeway Bay, Fortress Hill and North Point; while the route A21 serves Mong Kok, Yau Ma Tei, Jordan, Tsim Sha Tsui and Hung Hom. The majority of Hong Kong hotels, hostels and guesthouses are situated within 50-400 meters from the bus stops.
Route | Destination Point | Fare (HK$) |
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Hong Kong Island | ||
A10 | Ap Lei Chau Estate | $48 |
A11 | North Point Ferry Pier | $40 |
A12 | Siu Sai Wan (Island Resort) | $45 |
Kowloon | ||
A21 | Hung Hom Station | $33 |
A22 | Lam Tin Station | $39 |
A29 | Tseung Kwan O (Po Lam) | $42 |
New Territories | ||
A31 | Tsuen Wan West Station | $18.9 |
A33 | Tuen Mun Station | $27.7 |
A41 | Sha Tin (Yu Chui Court) | $22.3 |
A41P | Wu Kai Sha Station | $27.7 |
A43 | Luen Wo Hui Bus Terminus | $30.9 |
Scheme: Airport ››› Airport Bus ››› A short walk ››› Hotel or Apartment.
For more information, please visit Airport Buses.
Taxi Services
A taxi is a comfortable and flexible way of point-to-point travel. It is convenient, relatively fast (depends on traffic conditions), but a bit expensive, especially if you travel alone. Taxis are very suitable if you travel in a group or family. They can normally carry about three suitcases of regular size in a baggage compartment. There are three types according to their operating areas: Red – Urban Taxis, Green – New Territories, Blue – Lantau Island. But all types of taxis serve the airport.
The taxi stands are situated outside the arrival hall on the left side. Follow the direction signs.
Approx. Taxi Fare Table (HK$) | |||
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Destination | Fare | Destination | Fare |
The fare includes toll chagres. Additional charges: every baggage - HK$5. | |||
Kowloon | Hong Kong Island | ||
Tsim Sha Tsui | $230 | Western District | $300 |
Jordan | $220 | Central | $290 |
Yau Ma Tei | $225 | Admiralty | $290 |
Mongkok | $225 | Wan Chai | $290 |
Hung Hom | $230 | Causeway Bay | $280 |
New Territories | North Point | $300 | |
Ma On Shan | $290 | Aberdeen | $315 |
Sha Tin | $250 | Repulse Bay | $330 |
Tsuen Wan | $190 | Stanley | $350 |
Scheme: Airport ››› Taxi ››› Hotel or Apartment.
For more information, please visit Hong Kong Taxis.
Additional Information
Useful Numbers
Service | Number |
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Airport Enquiry Hotline | +852 2181 8888 |
24-hour MTR Hotline (Airport Express) | +852 2881 8888 |
Citybus Customer Service Hotline (Cityflyer) | +852 2873 0818 |
Long Win Bus Co Ltd. (Airbus) | +852 2261 2791 |
Transport Department, General Enquiries | +852 2804 2600 |
Police Hotline | +852 2527 7177 |
Airline | Code | Reservation | Enquiries |
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Aeroflot Russian Airlines | SU | +852 2537 2611 | +852 2180 2180 |
Air Asia | AK | +852 3112 3222 | +852 2216 1088 |
Air Canada | AC | +852 2867 8111 | +852 2112 9697 |
Air China | CA | +852 3970 9000 | +852 2216 1088 |
Air France | AF | +852 2501 9433 | +852 2216 1088 |
Air India | AI | +852 2522 1176 | +852 2769 6558 |
Air New Zealand | NZ | +852 2862 8988 | +852 2216 1088 |
All Nippon Airways | NH | +852 2810 7100 | +852 2216 1088 |
Asiana Airlines | OZ | +852 2523 8585 | +852 2180 2180 |
Bangkok Airways | PG | +852 2899 2634 | +852 2180 2180 |
British Airways | BA | +852 3071 5083 | +852 2216 1088 |
Cathay Pacific Airways | CX | +852 2747 1888 | +852 2747 1888 |
China Airlines | CI | +852 2868 2299 | +852 2769 8391 |
China Eastern Airlines | MU | +852 2861 1898 | +852 2216 1088 |
China Southern Airlines | CZ | +852 2929 5033 | +852 2216 1088 |
Dragonair | KA | +852 3193 3888 | +852 3193 3888 |
Emirates Airline | EK | +852 2801 8777 | +852 2216 1088 |
Finnair | AY | +852 2117 1238 | +852 2216 1088 |
Hong Kong Airlines | HX | +852 3151 1888 | +852 3713 1388 |
Hong Kong Express | UO | +852 3151 1888 | +852 3713 1388 |
Japan Airlines | JL | +852 3919 1111 | +852 2769 6524 |
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines | KL | +852 2808 2168 | +852 2216 1088 |
Korean Air | KE | +852 2366 2001 | +852 2216 1088 |
Lufthansa German Airlines | LH | +852 2868 2313 | +852 2216 1088 |
Malaysia Airlines | MH | +852 2916 0088 | +852 2116 8718 |
Mandarin Airlines | AE | +852 2868 2299 | +852 2769 8391 |
Nepal Airlines | RA | +852 2375 2180 | +852 2180 2180 |
Orient Thai | OX | +852 2366 6869 | +852 2116 8718 |
Pakistan International Airlines | PK | +852 2366 4770 | +852 2216 1088 |
Philippine Airlines | PR | +852 2301 9300 | +852 2216 1088 |
Qantas Airways | QF | +852 2298 8111 | +852 2180 2180 |
Qatar Airways | QR | +852 2868 9833 | +852 2180 2180 |
Royal Brunei Airlines | BI | +852 2529 3883 | +852 2180 2180 |
Shanghai Airlines | FM | +852 2861 1898 | +852 2216 1088 |
Shenzhen Airlines | ZH | +852 2545 2345 | +852 2180 2180 |
Singapore Airlines | SQ | +852 2520 2233 | +852 2216 1088 |
South African Airways | SA | +852 2877 3277 | +852 2180 2180 |
Swiss International Air Lines | LX | +852 3002 1330 | +852 2180 2180 |
Thai Airways | TG | +852 2179 7777 | +852 2180 2180 |
Tigerair | RI | +852 3018 6899 | +852 3018 6899 |
Turkish Airlines | TK | +852 2861 3111 | +852 2116 8718 |
United Airlines | UA | +852 2810 4888 | +852 2810 4888 |
Vietnam Airlines | VN | +852 2810 6680 | +852 2810 6680 |
Virgin Atlantic Airways | VS | +852 2532 6060 | +852 2180 2180 |