Hong Kong

Hong Kong International Airport

VHHH

656

Flights/Day

14:02

Local Time

Hong Kong

Timezone

28ft

Elevation

Current Weather

Current Conditions

VHHH

VFR

24°C

Clear • 4kt • 1012.00"

Observed: 05:30 UTC

VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.

Cloud Forecast

12k 8k 4k 0

11:00

CLR

16:00 BECMG

CLR

Few (1-2 oktas) Scattered (3-4) Broken (5-7) Overcast (8) | CLR = Clear 25k = 25,000 ft ceiling

FM = From (abrupt change) BECMG = Becoming (gradual) TEMPO = Temporary PROB = Probability %

TAF valid until 17:00 local time

About Hong Kong International Airport

Hong Kong faces significant typhoon exposure (June-November). The T8 signal means airport closure and city-wide shutdown.

Is Hong Kong Airport turbulent?

Hong Kong's airport on Lantau Island faces unique turbulence challenges. The mountainous terrain (nearly 1,000m peaks) creates significant wind shear when air flows over the island. The Hong Kong Observatory developed a pioneering Wind Shear and Turbulence Warning System specifically for this airport. Typhoon season adds major disruption risk from June through November.

Lantau Island peaks reach nearly 1,000m, creating terrain-induced turbulence
Wind Shear and Turbulence Warning System operational since 1998
Over 10,000 pilot wind shear reports analyzed between 2001-2019

How do typhoons affect Hong Kong flights?

When the T8 typhoon signal is raised, most businesses close and flights are cancelled. However, operations don't depend solely on signal number. Crosswind direction matters more, particularly southeasterly winds through Lantau's mountain gaps. Even when T8 is lowered to T3, crosswinds may still exceed aircraft limits, causing continued delays.

When is the smoothest time to fly from Hong Kong?

Late autumn (October-November) and spring (March-May) offer the most stable conditions. Typhoon season runs June through November with peak risk August-September. Winter brings occasional cold fronts but generally good flying weather. Hong Kong's sophisticated weather systems help maintain safe operations in most conditions.

Is turbulence at Hong Kong dangerous?

No. Modern aircraft are designed to withstand forces far stronger than turbulence. While bumps can feel uncomfortable, they do not pose a safety risk. Pilots actively avoid rough air whenever possible. Learn more about turbulence

Best seats to reduce turbulence when flying from Hong Kong?

Seats near the wings feel the least movement because they are closest to the aircraft's center of gravity. Seats at the back of the aircraft feel turbulence more strongly. Learn more about seat selection

Upcoming Flights (next 2 hours) 14

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FX21 Fedex	IST	14:20 Local	boeing 777-fs2	Forecast
UO618 Hk Express	ICN	15:10 Local	airbus a321-231	Forecast
CX334 Cathay Pacific	PEK	15:20 Local	airbus a330-343	Forecast
CX907 Cathay Pacific	MNL	15:30 Local	a333	Forecast
UO820 Hk Express (Axa Sticker) +1 codeshare	OKA	15:30 Local	airbus a321-251nx	Forecast
MU726 China Eastern Airlines	PVG	15:40 Local	airbus a321-231	Forecast
UO600 Hk Express	FUK	15:45 Local	airbus a321-251nx	Forecast
CX982 Cathay Pacific	CAN	15:50 Local	airbus a330-343	Forecast
CX958 Cathay Pacific	HGH	15:50 Local	airbus a321-251nx	Forecast
UO704 Hk Express	BKK	15:50 Local	airbus a321-251nx	Forecast
CI922 China Airlines	TPE	15:50 Local	airbus a321-271nx	Forecast
UO598 Hk Express +1 codeshare	PQC	15:55 Local	airbus a321-231	Forecast
CX488 Cathay Pacific	TPE	16:01 Local	airbus a330-342	Forecast
UO130 Hk Express	KHH	16:01 Local	airbus a321-231	Forecast