Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Hong Kong International Airport.
Hong Kong is seven hours ahead of Zurich and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Take your pick of 18 weekly Zurich Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flights. The 11:55 departure with Cathay Pacific is the earliest flight you can take. SWISS operates the last service of the day at 22:40.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your ZRH to HKG flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Cathay Pacific offers direct flights from Zurich Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Hong Kong — and maybe even more of China if you have time.
Cathay Pacific is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Among carriers operating ZRH to HKG flights, Cathay Pacific has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
At the moment, $461 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $825. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ZRH to HKG.
The cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Hong Kong International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
69.02% of flights that leave from Zurich Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Zurich Airport to Hong Kong International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near ZRH:
Arriving at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
If you're landing on a late Zurich Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near HKG:
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Hong Kong International Airport to central Hong Kong has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
April is the busiest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Hong Kong in April.
When booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Hong Kong International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Hong Kong, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to HKG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
You've done Hong Kong, now it's time to discover other corners of China. Journey about 129 kilometres north-west to Guangzhou to check off its leading attractions. From Canton Tower to Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Shenzhen is another favourite destination in China and is around 27 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong. No journey is complete without visiting Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.