When you’re traveling to Hong Kong—whether you’re heading from the airport to the city, dropping someone off or picking them up, or going to AsiaWorld-Expo for major events—the Airport Express Hong Kong is the fastest and most convenient way to get around. This Trip.com guideline breaks down Hong Kong Airport Express prices, deals, and—most importantly—timetables and travel times, so you can ride it with ease on your next visit to Hong Kong.
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Transportation from Hong Kong Airport to Downtown
There are plenty of ways to get from Hong Kong International Airport into the city—buses, taxis, and the Airport Express—each with its own pros and cons. The table below breaks down the most common options and their typical travel times:
Transportation | Ticket Prices | Driving time | Departures | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hong Kong Airport Express | $130 | 24 minutes | Departs every 10 minutes | Fast and convenient, with frequent departures. | Relatively expensive |
Bus (A11, A21) | $40 | 60 minutes or more | About one every 15-20 minutes | Affordable | Takes longer and is easily affected by traffic congestion. |
Taxi | $1,500 | About 30–40 minutes | Based on demand | Convenient and comfortable | Pricey and prone to traffic jams |
Introduction to the Hong Kong Airport Express
The Hong Kong Airport Express is a rapid rail line connecting Hong Kong International Airport with downtown Hong Kong, stopping at five stations along the way. Trains run on average every 10 minutes, so service is very frequent. Best of all, you can check in for your flight right in the city—no need to lug heavy luggage to the airport—making it incredibly convenient.
Hong Kong Airport Express travel time
Take the Airport Express from Hong Kong Airport; it stops at three stations along the way: Tsing Yi Station, Kowloon Station, and Hong Kong Station, and it takes just 24 minutes to reach the farthest stop, Hong Kong Station.
Airport Express Station | Airport Express travel time |
|---|---|
Hong Kong Station ➡️ Airport | 24 minutes |
Kowloon Station ➡️ Airport | 22 minutes |
Tsing Yi Station ➡️ Airport | 14 minutes |
Hong Kong Airport Express: Fares and How to Buy Tickets
Hong Kong’s Airport Express offers three ticket options—single journey, same-day return, and return within 30 days. You can also take the simple route and pay directly with an Octopus card.
For single rides, Octopus fares are cheaper than buying single-journey tickets. If you’re traveling, a round-trip ticket valid within 30 days is the best deal. Just note that the Hong Kong Airport Express doesn’t offer a 30-day round-trip package for children.
When you purchase through Trip.com, not only can you use it instantly, you can also scan a QR code to get in and out of the gates—super convenient!
Standard Adult and Child Fares
From/To Station | Adult - Octopus | Adult - Smart Ticket | Child Fare (Octopus) | Child Fare (Smart Ticket) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Hong Kong | HK$120.0 | HK$130.0 | HK$60.0 | HK$65.0 |
Kowloon | HK$105.0 | HK$115.0 | HK$52.5 | HK$57.5 |
Tsing Yi | HK$73.0 | HK$80.0 | HK$36.5 | HK$40.0 |
Hong Kong Airport Express Same-Day Round-Trip Offer
If you buy a Hong Kong Airport Express Same Day Return ticket, or simply use the same Octopus card for both rides, you can enjoy a free return trip when you travel to and from the airport on the same day!
Airport Express Prices (Adult Tickets) | |||
Adult Ticket (12 years and older) | One-way/Same-day round-trip | Round-trip | |
Station | Octopus Card | Smart Ticket | Smart Ticket |
Hong Kong Station | HK$120 | HK$130 | HK$215 |
Kowloon Station | HK$105 | HK$115 | HK$195 |
Tsing Yi Station | HK$73 | HK$80 | HK$130 |
Airport Express Prices (Child Tickets) | ||
Child ticket (ages 3–11) | One-way/Same-day round trip | |
Station | Octopus Card | Smart Ticket |
Hong Kong Station | HK$60 | HK$65 |
Kowloon Station | HK$52.5 | HK$57.5 |
Tsing Yi Station | HK$36.5 | HK$40 |
Special Offers on Hong Kong Airport Express Group Tickets
The Hong Kong Airport Express also offers group ticket discounts—buy single-journey bundles for 2 to 4 people to enjoy savings, and the more you buy, the cheaper it gets.
Special Offers on Airport Express Group Tickets | ||||
Original Price | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | |
Hong Kong Station ↔️ Airport | HK$110 | $85/person | $76.7 per person | $70 per person |
Kowloon Station ↔️ Airport | HK$100 | $75/person | $70 per person | $62.5/person |
Tsing Yi Station ↔️ Airport | HK$65 | $50 per person | $46.5/person | $42.5/person |
Offer Details:
- Groups traveling together using this type of ticket must ride the Hong Kong Airport Express together, and MTR staff have the right to require passengers to present their valid tickets at the same time for verification.
- Tickets are available at all Hong Kong Airport Express Customer Service Centers (excluding AsiaWorld-Expo Station) and are valid only on the date of issue.
Hong Kong Airport Express Schedule
The Hong Kong Airport Express operates roughly from 6:00 AM to 12:50 AM, and the first and last train times vary slightly by station and direction.
Hong Kong Airport Express first and last trains | ||
Departing from downtown | ||
First departure | Last Train | |
Hong Kong ➡️ Airport/AsiaWorld-Expo | 05:50 | 00:48 |
Kowloon ➡️ Airport/AsiaWorld-Expo | 05:53 | 00:52 |
Tsing Yi ➡️ Airport/AsiaWorld-Expo | 06:00 | 00:59 |
Departing from the airport | ||
First departure | Last Train | |
Airport ➡️ Downtown | 05:54 | 00:48 |
Airport ➡️ Exhibition Center | 06:15 | 01:13 |
Departing from the Exhibition Center | ||
First departure | Last Train | |
Exhibition Center ➡️ Airport and Downtown | 06:00 | 00:45 |
👉 Please check the article Hong Kong Airport Express Timetable 2025: The Ultimate Guide for more timetable information.
Hong Kong Airport Express Special Offers and Services
Complimentary MTR shuttle service
As long as you have an Octopus card, if you transfer within one hour from Hong Kong Station, Kowloon Station, or Tsing Yi Station to the Airport Express or any MTR station (excluding Light Rail, MTR Bus, and East Rail Line First Class), and your Octopus transaction records during the transfer don’t exceed 9, you can enjoy free MTR connection service!
As long as you take the MTR first and then transfer to the Airport Express, the free offer will be applied to the leg with the lower fare; however, if your transfer route goes via Tsim Sha Tsui or East Tsim Sha Tsui, you must complete the transfer within 30 minutes.
Free in-town check-in service
To make your trip even more seamless, Airport Express passengers can use the in-town check-in service offered by designated airlines at Hong Kong Station or Kowloon Station during the service hours listed below. Please note that this service is only available for flights operated by those designated airlines (not applicable to codeshare flights operated by other airlines) and for passengers holding valid electronic travel documents. Passengers who do not meet these requirements will need to check in at the airport.
Airline Name | IATA Code | Service Hours at Hong Kong Station | Service Hours at Kowloon Station |
|---|---|---|---|
Cathay Pacific | CX | 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM | 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Hong Kong Airlines | HX | 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM | 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Qantas Airways | QF | 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM |
Singapore Airlines | SQ | 9:00 AM - 5:20 PM | Currently not available |
👉 Please check the article HK Airport Express Check-In Guide 2025: All You Need to Know for more in-town check-in service information.
Hotel shuttle service
The following hotels offer shuttle service to and from the Airport Express Hong Kong Station or Kowloon Station. Passengers can wait at the hotel’s dedicated shuttle pick-up area.
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Airport Express Hong Kong | FAQs
1. How much is the fare for the Airport Express in Hong Kong?
An adult single-trip fare to the airport is HK$130 from Hong Kong Station, HK$115 from Kowloon Station, and HK$80 from Tsing Yi Station. Using an Octopus card is slightly cheaper.
2. Where can I catch the Airport Express?
You can catch the Airport Express at the Airport, AsiaWorld-Expo, Tsing Yi Station, Kowloon Station, and Hong Kong Station.
3. How long does the Airport Express take?
The journey between Hong Kong Station and the Airport takes approximately 24 minutes.
4. Can I take the Hong Kong Airport Express with an Octopus card?
Yes, you can use an Octopus card. Simply tap your card at the entry and exit gates.