Chennai to Hong Kong (MAA–HKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MAA–HKG is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific leads the route. The flight covers 2,307 miles in approximately 5h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 18 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific | 9 | 359, 74Y | 5h15-5h30 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Hong Kong from Chennai
| Metric | MAA→HKG | BLR→HKG |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAA | – | 166 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 9 | 7 |
| Flight time | 5h 15m | 5h 35m |
Travel Essentials
MAA: IST · HKG: HKT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chennai, it's 8.5:00 PM in Hong Kong.
Indian passport holders can enter Hong Kong visa-free for up to 14 days. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay with at least one blank page. Immigration may ask for proof of onward or return travel, accommodation details, and sufficient funds (no fixed minimum but roughly HKD 500 per day). This is Hong Kong SAR only. A separate visa is required for mainland China.
Extensions beyond 14 days can be applied for at the Hong Kong Immigration Department (ImmD) in Wan Chai before the initial period expires, but extensions are not guaranteed and require a compelling reason. For business visits, the visa-free 14 days covers meetings and conferences. Actual employment requires a work visa sponsored by the Hong Kong employer, processed through ImmD.
Direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Hong Kong run 5 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours 30 minutes on Cathay Pacific, Air India, and IndiGo. Cathay Pacific operates the most frequencies. Hong Kong uses the Hong Kong dollar (HKD), pegged to the US dollar at 7.75 to 7.85 HKD per $1. Octopus cards (available at the airport for HKD 150 including HKD 100 credit) work on the MTR, buses, ferries, and convenience stores. The Airport Express train to Central takes 24 minutes for HKD 115. No mandatory vaccinations. Free airport Wi-Fi covers all terminals. Hong Kong's MTR system connects the entire city efficiently and runs until about 12:30am.
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.
MAA–HKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAA to HKG
Chennai International Airport (MAA) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MAA to HKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAA to HKG ranges from 5 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,307 miles (3,713 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 19 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
18 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via DMK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bengaluru (BLR).