Auckland to Hong Kong (AKL–HKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
AKL–HKG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific, Air New Zealand and Emirates lead the route. The flight covers 5,698 miles in approximately 11h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific Also: AY, BA, LX | 14 | 359, 789 | 11h30-11h40 | – | Oneworld | AY, BA, LX |
| NZ Air New Zealand Also: TG, TK | 14 | 359, 789 | 11h30-11h40 | – | Star Alliance | TG, TK |
| EK Emirates | 1 | 77X | 11h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
AKL: NZST · HKG: HKT
When it's 6:00 PM in Auckland, it's 2:00 PM in Hong Kong.
Airport Express runs to Hong Kong Station (Central) in 24 minutes for HK$115, departing every 10 minutes from 5:54am to 1:02am. Octopus card discounts apply. Passengers can check bags in at the airport and retrieve them at Hong Kong or Kowloon Station.Taxis to Kowloon cost HK$250–350; to Hong Kong Island, HK$350–450. Ferry services connect to Macau (1 hr, HK$175–220) and Guangzhou/Shenzhen. The Ferry Terminal is in the airport building; no need to leave the terminal. Buses are slower but serve districts not near the MTR.
Subtropical monsoon climate. Typhoon season (June–October) is the primary disruption risk. The airport operates a T1/T3/T8 signal system and closes for Category T8 or above. Typhoons can arrive with 24–48 hours warning and typically pass in 12–24 hours. Check signals before departure during this window.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (12–20°C), ideal for flying. Spring brings fog and low cloud (March–April) that reduces runway visibility. Summer heat and humidity (30–34°C) are moderated at the airport by its coastal location on Lantau Island.
AKL–HKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AKL to HKG
Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific, Air New Zealand and Emirates. With 64 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AKL to HKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AKL to HKG is about 11 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,698 miles (9,170 km). There are approximately 64 weekly flights outbound and 56 return, totaling 120 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Sydney Kingsford Smith, Brisbane and Taiwan Taoyuan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.