British Airways and Virgin Atlantic, in some cases cooperating with SAS, are offering cheap flights to Hong Kong. Departure airports can be found mainly in Scandinavia. But also Toulouse and Amsterdam are on the list. Prices for a return flight start at 2.692 DKK (361€) and include one piece of checked luggage.
- From Copenhagen for 2.692 DKK (361€)
- From Oslo for 3.535 NOK (362€)
- From Helsinki for 377€
- From Toulouse for 387€
- From Amsterdam for 405€
Your first stop is always London Heathrow, Britsh Airways’ hub. On your way to Asia, you’ll be on board of an Airbus A380. Since these aircraft might not be in service that much longer, it can be an excellent chance to test the world’s largest passenger airliner. Virgin Atlantic will operate a Boeing 787 on the long-haul routes.
Search & Book
According to the fares rues this deal will be available for trips between August 20th, 2019 and June 25th, 2020. And we’ve been able to find good availability for most routes starting in late October. Tickets have to be issued until May 17th, 2019.
The so-called Sunday Rule (meaning you have to stay over Saturday night) applies for the minimum stay requirements. And you’re not allowed to stay longer than 12 months.
Google Flights (instructions) will show you all available connections for the low price. Depending on the route Google will forward you to one of the carriers website’s for booking if you like. However, if you’d like too compare prices and get the best rates, we recommend checking your preferred dates in Skyscanner.
Information & Tips for Hong Kong
Hong Kong is an Asian city-state and a vital trading metropolis in the Pearl River Delta not far from the Chinese coast. The city has long been a center for trade and business. Hong Kong is one of the largest air traffic hubs in Asia and therefore offers excellent connections to the rest of the world, hence the good deals that various airlines often provide. Flights in economy class usually are between 400€ and 500€ sometimes for even less than 400€.
Best Time to Visit
Winters are mild and dry, whereas summers are hot with rainfall and high humidity. The best time to travel is from October to early December when the weather is sunny, cool and therefore very pleasant.
Entry & Visa
Entry is possible for most EU citizens without a visa, and only a passport is required. A permit for 90 days is issued upon entry. For further information, please visit the website of your countries Ministry of foreign affairs.
Currency
The local currency is the Hong Kong Dollar ($, HKD, HK$). One Euro is approximately HK$8. Many credit cards may charge a foreign currency fee (up to 2% for payment) in Hong Kong Dollars.
Getting from the airport to the city centre
The fastest and most convenient way into the city is by Airport Express. This train will take you to the city centre within 24 minutes and will cost you around €12 per trip. Alternatively, you can also get into a taxi and pay approximately €35.
→ All Dealz for Hong Kong