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Hong Kong

Hong Kong International Airport

VHHH
663
Flights/Day
08:21
Local Time
Hong Kong
Timezone
28ft
Elevation
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Current Conditions
VHHH
VFR
27°C
Few Clouds • 10kt • 1016.00"
Observed: 23:00 UTC
VFR — Visual Flight Rules: Clear conditions, no weather delays expected.
Cloud Forecast
12k 8k 4k 0
05:00
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 11:00 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

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CZ CZ3022
08:25
Local
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08:25
Local
HKG DAD
UO UO552
08:30
Local
HKG LEJ
3S515
08:30
Local
HKG PKX
CZ CZ5010
airbus a320-232
08:30
Local
HKG CVG
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08:30
Local
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CA CA118 +1
08:30
Local
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CX CX384
08:35
Local
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CX CX530 +2
08:35
Local
HKG KHH
CX CX432
08:35
Local
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CX CX607
08:40
Local
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08:40
Local
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ET ET3601
08:40
Local
HKG SIN
CX CX759 +1
08:45
Local
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UO UO686 +1
08:45
Local
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08:45
Local
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08:45
Local
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08:45
Local
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CX CX741
08:55
Local
HKG DEL
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08:55
Local
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09:00
Local
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CV CV915
09:00
Local
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09:00
Local
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09:00
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09:00
Local
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09:00
Local
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09:00
Local
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UO UO890
airbus a321-251nx
09:05
Local
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09:05
Local
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09:05
Local
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ET ET3785
09:05
Local
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Local
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09:05
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Local
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Local
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09:15
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09:15
Local
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09:15
Local
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09:15
Local
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09:20
Local
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09:20
Local
HKG LHR
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09:20
Local
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09:20
Local
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Local
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Local
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Local
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Local
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09:35
Local
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09:35
Local
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09:35
Local
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09:35
Local
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09:35
Local
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09:42
Local
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09:45
Local
HKG YVR
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09:45
Local
HKG IST
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09:45
Local
HKG DEL
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airbus a320-251n
09:50
Local
HKG CGK
CX CX3249
09:50
Local
HKG ADD
ET ET3719
09:55
Local
HKG KWL
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09:55
Local
HKG ALA
5Y4356
09:55
Local
HKG TPE
CX CX450 +3
10:00
Local
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CV CV9522 +1
10:00
Local
HKG NRT
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10:00
Local
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10:00
Local
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10:00
Local
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UO UO642
10:00
Local
HKG PKX
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10:00
Local
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10:00
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10:00
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10:05
Local
HKG SIN
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10:10
Local
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10:10
Local
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10:10
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10:10
Local
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AE AE984 +1
10:15
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10:15
Local
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10:15
Local
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10:15
Local
HKG DOH
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10:15
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10:20
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10:20
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