Hong Kong to Toronto (HKG–YYZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
HKG–YYZ is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific and Air Canada lead the route. The flight covers 7,798 miles in approximately 15h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific | 18 | 35K | 15h-15h16 | – | Oneworld | – |
| AC Air Canada | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Toronto from Hong Kong
| Metric | HKG→YYZ | CAN→YYZ |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HKG | – | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 18 | 4 |
| Flight time | 15h 5m | 14h 48m |
Travel Essentials
HKG: HKT · YYZ: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Hong Kong, it's 6:00 AM in Toronto.
Hong Kong SAR passport holders must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) before flying to Canada. The eTA costs CAD 7, is valid for up to 5 years or until your passport expires, and allows stays of up to 6 months per visit. Most applications are approved within minutes.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. The eTA is only required when arriving by air. Land and sea arrivals just need a valid passport.
Airport Express runs from Hong Kong Station (Central) to the airport in 24 minutes; from Kowloon, 21 minutes. Trains depart every 10 minutes from 5:54am to 1:15am (HK$115 from Central). Hong Kong Station and Kowloon Station offer in-town check-in up to one day before departure.Taxis from Kowloon run around HK$300–350 via the Tsing Ma Bridge; from Hong Kong Island, expect HK$400+. Ferries serve Macau and Pearl River Delta cities. Buses are available but slow. The airport is on Lantau Island, 34km from Central.
UP Express from T1 to Union Station runs every 15 minutes (25 min, CAD $12.35). The station is inside T1; take the LINK train from T3 arrivals first (free, 3 min). Taxis to downtown use a meter; expect CAD $55–75.Ride-hail (Uber, Lyft) picks up at the designated Ground Transportation area; follow signs. TTC buses run to the Kipling and Bloor–Yonge subway stations (CAD $3.30) for a longer but cheaper option. Car rental agencies are at T1 and accessible from T3 via the LINK train.
Humid continental climate. Winters are harsh (−10 to −1°C, December–March) with significant snowfall. Pearson closes runways for plowing and de-icing regularly, causing wave delays. Ice storms (freezing rain) are more disruptive than snowfall and can halt operations for hours. Buffalo-effect lake-effect snow can bring heavy accumulations with little warning.
Summers are warm and humid (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that delay departures July–August. Spring and fall are pleasant but unpredictable. YYZ connections in winter require significant schedule buffer. It is Canada's most weather-disrupted major hub.
HKG–YYZ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HKG to YYZ
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific and Air Canada. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
HKG to YYZ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HKG to YYZ is about 15 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 7,798 miles (12,548 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 40 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Ted Stevens Anchorage, Kansai and Taiwan Taoyuan. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).