Flying from Daegu Airport (TAE) to Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Daegu Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport is 3 hours 45 minutes.
Hong Kong's timezone is UTC+8, making Hong Kong one hour behind Daegu.
Each week, there are five Daegu Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport flights. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, take the 07:30 Hong Kong Express flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 07:30 with Hong Kong Express.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your TAE to HKG flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
HK Express is your gateway to exploring Hong Kong (and perhaps some other exciting parts of China!). Check out the direct flights from Daegu Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport offered by this carrier.
HK Express is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
HK Express is the most punctual carrier that offers TAE to HKG flights.
Handy information about Daegu Airport (TAE)
Daegu Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from TAE land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Daegu Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Daegu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Daegu Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to TAE:
Arriving at Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HKG if you have a late Daegu Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
The address for HKG is 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Hong Kong Intl Airport to the centre of Hong Kong has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
April is the busiest month for flights from Daegu Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Hong Kong in March.
The warmest month in Hong Kong is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Daegu Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from TAE to HKG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Hong Kong. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Canton Tower, Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden.
If you're ready to explore another side of China, consider Shenzhen, about 27 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong. Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes are key highlights.