Travelling from Haikou Airport (HAK) to Hangzhou Airport (HGH): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Haikou Airport to Hangzhou Airport is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Hangzhou's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Haikou.
Flights from HAK to HGH start at 08:20 — the first with Hainan Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:20 with Beijing Capital Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 58 weekly Haikou Airport to Hangzhou Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your HAK to HGH flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
There are direct flights from Haikou Airport to Hangzhou Airport, so getting to Hangzhou (and then touring more of China!) is a cinch. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
Most travellers choose to travel with Hainan Airlines on this route.
Air China ranks as the top on-time carrier for HAK to HGH flights, with 84.0% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Haikou Airport to Hangzhou Airport. These are the top stopovers between HAK and HGH:
Guangzhou Airport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Zhuhai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Haikou Airport (HAK) to Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Haikou Airport to Hangzhou Airport flight is $126. A return fare is currently $274. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HAK to HGH if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Haikou Airport to Hangzhou Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HAK to HGH by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Haikou Airport to Hangzhou Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Haikou Airport (HAK)
You'll find HAK at Qiongwen Ave.
84% of flights leaving Haikou Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from HAK.
Haikou Airport is about 26 kilometres from central Haikou. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near HAK. Whether you have an early flight from Haikou Airport to Hangzhou Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
If you're coming in on a late Haikou Airport to Hangzhou Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near HGH:
Go beyond Hangzhou and discover places that don't make every travel guide with your own wheels. You can grab a Hangzhou Airport rental car from Hertz.
Improve your chances of getting the best possible rate by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Hangzhou Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead is a good idea.
Getting from Hangzhou Airport (HGH) to central Hangzhou
The street address for HGH is 14th Rd.
Hangzhou Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Hangzhou. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Haikou Airport to Hangzhou Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Hangzhou in March.
Before locking in your flight from Haikou Airport to Hangzhou Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Hangzhou, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HAK to HGH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Hangzhou. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Shanghai Museum, Shanghai Tower and The Bund Sightseeing Avenue.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in China, head for Nanjing, roughly 241 kilometres north-west of Hangzhou. Nanjing City Wall, Zijin Tower and Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall are key highlights.
