Flying from Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Sydney Airport.
Sydney is three hours ahead of Hong Kong and follows the UTC+11 timezone.
Every week, there are 39 Hong Kong Intl Airport to Sydney Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, go for the 08:45 Cathay Pacific flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 23:55 with Cathay Pacific.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your HKG to SYD flight.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
With direct flights from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Sydney Airport available through various airlines, flying to Sydney (and then other destinations in Australia) is a snap. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Cathay Pacific on this route.
With an impressive 84.62% of services arriving as planned, Hong Kong Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating HKG to SYD flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Sydney Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between HKG and SYD:
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
172 € is the lowest price for a one-way Hong Kong Intl Airport to Sydney Airport flight. A return flight starts at 397 €. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Book one month before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HKG to SYD.
The cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Sydney Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
77% of flights that depart Hong Kong Intl Airport make it to their destination on time.
Hong Kong Intl Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to HKG? If you're catching an early flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Sydney Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)
Reserve a hotel close to SYD if you're taking a late Hong Kong Intl Airport to Sydney Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Sydney Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and venture far and wide through Sydney and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sydney Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Sydney Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney Airport, Sydney is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Sydney Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Sydney Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HKG to SYD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've done Sydney, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Journey about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its top attractions. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Newcastle is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without visiting Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach.