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Skyscrapers crowded between steep green hills and a busy harbour, with Cantonese temples, night markets and outlying islands reached by ferry in under an hour.
Planning a trip to Hong Kong
Hong Kong Travel Guide for UK Travellers
Flights to Hong Kong from the UK take around 13 hours non-stop from Heathrow with British Airways and Cathay Pacific. One-stop routes via the Gulf and Istanbul connect from Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and other UK airports, landing at Chek Lap Kok on Lantau.
Arriving in Hong Kong
Hong Kong International Airport sits on reclaimed land off Lantau Island. The Airport Express train reaches Central in about 24 minutes and Kowloon in around 20, with free shuttle buses to major hotels. An Octopus card covers the MTR, buses, trams, ferries and many shops. Taxis are colour-coded by area: red for the urban districts, green for the New Territories and blue for Lantau.
History
Britain took Hong Kong Island in 1842, added Kowloon in 1860 and leased the New Territories in 1898. The whole territory returned to China in 1997 as a special administrative region with its own currency, laws and border. Cantonese is the everyday language, and English is widely used on signs and in business.
City and countryside
The Peak Tram climbs to views over the harbour, and the Star Ferry has crossed between Kowloon and Hong Kong Island since 1888. Around three-quarters of the territory is countryside, much of it in country parks, with trails such as Dragon's Back and quiet islands like Lamma and Cheung Chau. On Lantau, a cable car rises to the Tian Tan Buddha.
Entry, money and time
British citizens don't need a visa for a holiday. The Hong Kong dollar is the currency. Traffic drives on the left. Hong Kong is eight hours ahead of the UK in winter and seven in summer. Check current UK government travel advice and your insurance before you go, as local laws differ from those in the UK.
When to go
October to December is dry and mild, with highs around 23°C. Summer is hot and humid, and typhoons are possible from June to September. Chinese New Year brings fireworks over the harbour, and the Dragon Boat Festival races take place in early summer.
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Your questions about flying to Hong Kong
How long is the flight from London to Hong Kong?
Around 13 hours non-stop from Heathrow, depending on routing and winds.
Which airlines fly non-stop from the UK to Hong Kong?
British Airways and Cathay Pacific, both from Heathrow.
Do British citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?
Not for a holiday. Check the current entry rules and passport validity before you travel.
How do I get from Hong Kong airport to the city?
The Airport Express takes about 24 minutes to Central. Buses and taxis are cheaper or more direct for some hotels.
Can I visit Macau from Hong Kong?
Yes. Ferries take about an hour, and buses cross the bridge to Macau from near the airport.
What is an Octopus card?
A rechargeable travel card for the MTR, buses, trams and ferries, also accepted in many shops and cafés.
When is typhoon season in Hong Kong?
Roughly June to September. Flights and ferries can be suspended for a day or so when strong signals are raised.
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