Ningbo to Hong Kong (NGB–HKG) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
NGB–HKG is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines and Hong Kong Express Airways lead the route. The flight covers 699 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific | 14 | 321, 32Q | 2h20-2h25 | – | Oneworld | – |
| MU China Eastern Airlines | 7 | 320 | 2h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| UO Hong Kong Express Airways | 7 | 321 | 2h20 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Hong Kong from Ningbo
| Metric | NGB→HKG | HSN→HKG | HGH→HKG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from NGB | – | 54 mi | 68 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 28 | 5 | 84 |
| Flight time | 2h 25m | 2h 35m | 2h 25m |
Travel Essentials
NGB: CST · HKG: HKT
When it's 6:00 PM in Ningbo, it's 6:00 PM in Hong Kong.
Mainland Chinese citizens do not use a passport to enter Hong Kong. Travel requires an Exit-Entry Permit (往来港澳通行证) with a valid endorsement issued by the mainland public security bureau. Individual visit endorsements (G type) allow stays of up to 7 days per entry. Endorsement validity and number of permitted journeys vary by city of residence and endorsement category.
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.
NGB–HKG Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from NGB to HKG
Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines and Hong Kong Express Airways. With 28 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
NGB to HKG Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from NGB to HKG is about 2 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 699 miles (1,125 km). There are approximately 28 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Guangzhou Baiyun, Taiwan Taoyuan and Xiamen Gaoqi. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Zhoushan (HSN), Hangzhou (HGH) and Yiwu/Jinhua (YIW).