Cheap Flights from Hong Kong (HKG) to New York (JFK)

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Hong Kong to New York: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,218
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time15 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week84

Finding cheap flights from Hong Kong Intl to New York John F. Kennedy: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Hong Kong Intl to New York John F. Kennedy is $1,218. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
15 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Hong Kong Intl to New York John F. Kennedy.
LATAM Airlines, MIAT Mongolian Airlines and Cathay Pacific fly direct from Hong Kong Intl to New York John F. Kennedy.
As of May 2025, there are 84 flights per week flying from Hong Kong Intl to New York John F. Kennedy.
The cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong Intl to New York John F. Kennedy is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hong Kong Intl Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport on Thursday, 29 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 15 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to New York John F. Kennedy but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to New York is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air China and Cathay Pacific offer the cheapest flight tickets to New York John F. Kennedy.

Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 15 hours 55 minutes.

  • The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is 12 hours behind Hong Kong.

  • Flights from HKG to JFK start at 02:00 — the first with Cathay Pacific. The last service of the day is at 19:45 with Cathay Pacific. In total, you can choose from 31 weekly Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flights.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your HKG to JFK flight.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Travelling to New York (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy with Cathay Pacific. This popular carrier has direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Cathay Pacific.

  • Cathay Pacific is the most punctual carrier offering HKG to JFK flights, with 67.96% of its services arriving as planned.

  • We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between HKG and JFK include:

    • San Francisco International Airport

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport

    • Haneda Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • At the moment, $739 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,218. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from HKG to JFK, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from HKG to JFK by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Hong Kong International Airport, 73.04% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Hong Kong to Hong Kong International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near HKG. Whether you have an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:

  • Grab a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car and discover New York and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Sixt are top outlets to choose from here.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks before you travel.

Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

  • From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to New York. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • When reserving your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from HKG to JFK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • New York is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a trip to Philadelphia will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

  • Boston is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No journey is complete without seeing Freedom Trail, Museum of Fine Arts Boston and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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