Flying from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by working out where you'll board your flight from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are the two main airports in Chicago.
The average length of a direct Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport flight is 15 hours 50 minutes.
Hong Kong is 13 hours ahead of Chicago. Hong Kong International Airport is located in Hong Kong, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
The busiest route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). You can choose from 7 direct services every week. Cathay Pacific operates a 2:40pm departure between ORD and HKG.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to HKG. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can take a direct flight from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
When taking off from ORD, you can take a direct flight from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport with Cathay Pacific.
The majority of passengers choose to book seats with Cathay Pacific from ORD to HKG.
Cathay Pacific is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Chicago to HKG departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels have you covered:
74.85% of flights that depart O'Hare International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your flight from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Some popular stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and HKG are:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Logan International Airport (BOS)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Chicago to HKG flight, stay in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
77.88% of flights out of Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
When searching for a plane ticket from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) out of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), you can choose from a few stopover options. Make a detour to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), one of the busiest connection points on this route.
From central Chicago, RFD is around 137 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to get there by car and 4 hours 15 minutes or so on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll make it to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport flight:
Flights departing from RFD make it to their destination within the expected time frame 76.19% of the time.
The address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near HKG and turn out the lights sooner:
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
Hong Kong International Airport to central Hong Kong is roughly 24 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
At the moment, P17,826 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P41,091. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to HKG, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). August is the busiest month to visit Hong Kong. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Hong Kong is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Chicago to HKG plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Hong Kong
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Hong Kong right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Chicago to Hong Kong International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and Victoria Peak are leading attractions which should feature on any good Hong Kong itinerary.
Explore more of China
Hong Kong is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of China you'll want to see. About 113 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong, a visit to Guangzhou will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like 珠江夜景, Yuyuan Garden and Shamian Island.
Around 306 kilometres north-east of Hong Kong, Shantou is another favourite stop in China. No visit is complete without checking out Shantou Old Town, Beishan Bay and Longhu Beach Tourist Resort.
