Star Alliance member Air China is offering great fares from various European countries at the moment. We have found great deals from Copenhagen, Paris, and Rome. All flights do have at least one layover. One piece of checked baggage is included with this fare.
We found the following departure cities:
Some of the routings go via Chengdu instead of Beijing and have longer layovers (you could always stop over and see pandas!). You can find more information on the Chinese stopover requirements on travelchinaguide.com.
Book & Search
According to the fare rules, there is a minimum stay of 6 days required, as well as a maximum stay of 3 months. There are several blackout dates, for example before and during Chinese New Year. The deal expires on January 1, 2020.
Unfortunately, Air China flights are not shown on Google Flights. The ITA Matrix is of help in this case to find suitable flights (instructions). Just use the following parameters to make it easier to find this deal:
Please be aware that prices will be shown in the local currency.
Mileage
The flights are in booking class L. Since Air China is part of Star Alliance, you can earn a small amount of miles with almost all programs.
Here is an example of miles you can earn from Copenhagen to Hong Kong:
- 3,424 Miles on ANA Mileage Club
- 3,236 Miles on Ethiopian ShebaMiles
- 3,236 Miles on Thai Royal Orchid Plus
- 3,236 Miles on Aegean Miles+Bonus
- 2,858 Miles on Copa ConnectMiles
- 2,856 Award Miles + 572 PQP on United MileagePlus
- 2,856 AsiaMiles on Asia Miles
- 2,856 Miles on Asiana Club
- 2,856 Miles on Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles
- 2,856 Award Miles + 160 Points on Miles&More
- 2,856 Miles on Avianca LifeMiles
- 2,856 Miles on EVA Infinity MileageLands
- 2,856 Points on SAS EuroBonus
- 2,856 Miles on TAP Miles&Go
- 2,856 Miles on Air Canada Aeroplan
- 2,856 Miles on Egyptair Plus
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.
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