Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): what you need to know
Hong Kong is eight hours ahead of Edinburgh and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your EDI to HKG flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between EDI and HKG:
London Heathrow Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Rs102,711 is currently the best price for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs206,962. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from EDI to HKG, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hong Kong International Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from EDI to HKG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hong Kong International Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights leaving from Edinburgh Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to EDI? If you're catching an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Hong Kong International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Consider staying in a hotel near HKG if you're on a late Edinburgh Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
From Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
April is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Hong Kong in April.
The warmest month in Hong Kong is August, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Hong Kong International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap tickets from EDI to HKG around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've seen Hong Kong, now it's time to explore other parts of China. Travel about 129 kilometres north-west to Guangzhou to tick off its popular sights. From Canton Tower to Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of China, head for Shenzhen, roughly 27 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong. Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning are key highlights.