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Hong Kong Airlines Flights, Routes & Travel Guide

Explore the latest Hong Kong Airlines (HX) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Last updated: October 2026
IATA: HXFounded 2001HQ: Hong Kong
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About Hong Kong Airlines

Explore the latest Hong Kong Airlines (HX) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Hong Kong Airlines was established on March 28, 2001, and began operations on September 22, 2006, as Hong Kong Airlines. It is headquartered at HKA Training Academy, Chek Lap Kok, Lantau, Hong Kong, and One Citygate, Tung Chung, Lantau, Hong Kong. Hong Kong International Airport is the airline's main hub. Hong Kong Airlines serves 48 cargo and passenger destinations throughout Asia. The airline's fleet consists of 34 aircrafts.

Airline codeHX
Main hubHKG
Alliance-
Destinations34
Countries14
Fleet33
Updated: October 2026

Popular Hong Kong Airlines routes

RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
HKG to YVRHong Kong to Vancouver12h 20m0NONSTOP
HKG to SYDHong Kong to Sydney9h 5m0NONSTOP
HKG to MELHong Kong to Melbourne8h 55m0NONSTOP
HKG to MLEHong Kong to Malé6h 43m0NONSTOP
HKG to DPSHong Kong to DPS5h 5m0NONSTOP

Hong Kong Airlines hubs and focus cities

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34 destinations · Updated: October 2026
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Routes serving Hong Kong

1–10 of 64
RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
YVR to HKGVancouver to Hong Kong14h 30m0NONSTOP
HKG to YVRHong Kong to Vancouver12h 20m0NONSTOP
SYD to HKGSydney to Hong Kong9h 35m0NONSTOP
MEL to HKGMelbourne to Hong Kong9h 30m0NONSTOP
HKG to SYDHong Kong to Sydney9h 5m0NONSTOP
HKG to MELHong Kong to Melbourne8h 55m0NONSTOP
MLE to HKGMalé to Hong Kong7h 15m0NONSTOP
HKG to MLEHong Kong to Malé6h 43m0NONSTOP
CTS to HKGSapporo to Hong Kong5h 50m0NONSTOP
SPN to HKGI Fadang, Saipan to Hong Kong5h 20m0NONSTOP
Routes and frequencies may change by season and travel date.
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Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience

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Aircraft

Cabin comparison

CabinSeat pitchSeat widthSeat recline
EconomyAirbus A320 A320-200 V.176-84 cm45 cm110°
BusinessAirbus A320 A320-200 V.1114 cm56 cm115-120°
EconomyAirbus A320 A320-200 V.276-79 cm46 cm111°
BusinessAirbus A320 A320-200 V.297 cm51 cm115°-120°
EconomyAirbus A320 A320-200 V.374-76 cm45 cm110°
EconomyAirbus A320 A320-200 V.471-74 cm45 cm111°
EconomyAirbus A320 A320-200 V.586 cm45 cm111°

Hong Kong Airlines baggage allowance

Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.

Baggage

The airline allows one personal item (bag, briefcase, laptop bag) per passenger, one piece of hand baggage per passenger in economy class, and two parts for business class passengers free of charge. Cabin baggage may not exceed the following size and weight limits: 115 cm (56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels, 7 kg. Economy class passengers can carry no more than 20 kg of checked baggage, and business class passengers no more than 30 kg of checked baggage. In addition, no piece of baggage may exceed 158 cm (sum of all dimensions).

Hong Kong Airlines Baggage rules

Travel policies

Pets

Pets may only be transported as checked baggage or registered cargo. Only guide animals are allowed in the passenger cabin. Pets are subject to the standard baggage fee, and pets cannot be included in the checked baggage allowance.

Flying with pets on Hong Kong Airlines

Infants

Children under two years do not require a separate seat for travel. Only one infant per adult is allowed per lap. If one adult is traveling with more than one infant under the age of two years, an "infant occupying seat" ticket must be purchased, and the infant occupying the seat must be at least six months old.

Hong Kong Airlines Infants policy

Check in rules

Check-in can be done online (via the website or mobile app) or at the airport. Check-in counter are open 3 hours and 15 minutes prior to flight departure and closed 40 minutes before departure. Boarding gates are closed 20 minutes before departure. Online Check-in 2-36 hours prior to your flight’s departure time

Hong Kong Airlines Check-in rules

Unaccompanied minors

Minor accompanying service is available to accompany and assist passengers aged 6-14 years. Departing minors are accompanied from the agreed meeting points at the airport or in the parking lots to the check-in and boarding lounge. For children older than 14 years old the minors' accompanying service is not compulsory and can be booked on request of parents.

Unaccompanied minors in Hong Kong Airlines

On-time performance

87.34%On-time arrivals
23.53 minAverage delay
99.86%Completion rate
0.14%Cancellation rate

Hong Kong Airlines FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Hong Kong Airlines.

What Economy cabin allowance applies on Hong Kong Airlines?

One bag plus one small item totalling 7 kg is allowed.

What Business cabin allowance applies on Hong Kong Airlines?

One bag plus one small item totalling 15 kg is allowed.

What cabin dimensions apply on Hong Kong Airlines?

The bag is limited to 56 × 36 × 23 cm and the small item to 40 × 30 × 15 cm, including wheels and handles.

What power-bank count and capacity limits apply on Hong Kong Airlines?

Up to two, each no more than 100 Wh, in cabin baggage only.

Can I use or store a power bank overhead on Hong Kong Airlines?

No use, charging or overhead-bin storage is allowed.

Does Hong Kong Airlines accept smart bags with non-removable batteries?

No. Neither cabin nor checked carriage is accepted.

When are Hong Kong Airlines counters open at Hong Kong Airport?

From three hours and 15 minutes until 60 minutes before departure.

When does the gate close for Hong Kong Airlines Hong Kong departures?

It closes 20 minutes before departure.

Can Hong Kong Airlines connecting tickets use in-town check-in?

No. They are not eligible.

What hours and fees apply to Hong Kong Airlines West Kowloon bag drop?

Daily hours are 08:30–18:00, for flights 24 to four hours ahead, at HKD 120 per item.