Flying from Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): What you need to know
Hong Kong is 13 hours ahead of Washington DC. Hong Kong International Airport is located in Hong Kong, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Washington DC to HKG, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Washington DC to HKG that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between DCA and HKG include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport, check out these options when leaving from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
IAD is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to HKG flight:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure highlights how often flights departing from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Reserve a plane ticket from Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between BWI and HKG are:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations when they should. At BWI, that figure is 77%.
About Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HKG if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
You'll find HKG at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
From Hong Kong International Airport, central Hong Kong is around 32 kilometres away. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
340 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport. A return flight starts from 675 €. These fares may change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to HKG. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). February is when most people travel to Hong Kong. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in December.
The warmest month in Hong Kong is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Washington DC to HKG plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Hong Kong
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Hong Kong International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hong Kong:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak are top sights which should be on any well-planned Hong Kong itinerary.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Hong Kong. Around 113 kilometres away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Canton Tower, Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in China, head for Shantou, roughly 306 kilometres northeast of Hong Kong. Beishan Bay, Longhu Beach Tourist Resort and Lveniaowei Mountain are among its highlights.