Air+Land: our cross-boundary transfer service to the Greater Bay Area

When you’ve just landed in a new destination after a long-distance flight, baggage in tow, the last thing you want to worry about is your next transport connection. 

If you're flying to Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) with us and travelling onwards to the Greater Bay Area (GBA), we provide an Air+Land cross-boundary coach service that’s designed to make your onward journey as stress-free as your flight. Whether you’re travelling in or out of the GBA, our service has you covered from beginning to end – though we’ll be specifically covering your inbound journey with this guide.

Enjoy the convenience, efficiency and comfort of a seamless connection between Hong Kong and the GBA, whether you’re heading there on a business trip or for a leisurely getaway. Our coach service will take you through the necessary checkpoints in under an hour – so you can kick back and enjoy a hassle-free journey.

Before you go, double-check which travel documents you need for entry into the GBA – and download our PDF guide to help you on your way. 

What is Air+Land 

The Air+Land cross-boundary coach transfer service takes travellers between the GBA and HKIA.

With Air+Land, you avoid the hassle of juggling separate bookings and multiple check-ins, streamlining your journey from start to finish and saving you time and energy. Plus, you can enjoy a 15% discount on your coach tickets when you fly with us on selected routes including India, Australia and American inbound routes across all classes. 

How it works 

After booking your flight with us via our website, mobile app, or through an appointed agency, you can add the Air+Land cross-boundary coach service as a separate purchase on the Manage Booking platform. If you booked your flight through our WeChat mini programme, purchase your coach ticket on the mini programme’s My Booking Centre. You’ll be asked to select a date and time up to 30 days in advance – the booking service will suggest a departure time based on the arrival time of your flight, but you may opt for a later one. You’ll also need to choose from a selection of over 200 drop-off points across the GBA.  

Once booking is complete, you’ll receive a QR code ticket, as well as an email and SMS reminder ahead of your journey.  

After landing at HKIA, pass through immigration and collect your baggage, then proceed to the Mainland/Macao Transport and Travel Services Centre . Notify the counter staff of your designated service provider and await transport. Typically, limousines are arranged for this service, but coaches may also be arranged only during peak travel seasons. Your vehicle will take you through the cross-boundary land control points so you won’t have to worry about where to go next. 

Here's a breakdown of what to do once you’re at the airport...  

Step 1 

After you've picked up your bags at baggage claim, exit to the arrivals hall and head towards the Mainland/Macao Transport and Travel Services Centre in Terminal 2. Approach the designated counter of your coach service provider and notify the staff of your arrival; they will arrange your vehicle. Services run every 15 to 30 minutes. 

Step 2 

Once your vehicle arrives, head outside to the pick-up bay. Scan your QR code ticket to board. Your bags will be loaded onto your limousine or coach for you. 

Step 3

Next, you’ll reach the Hong Kong Immigration control point, where you’ll complete Hong Kong’s exit immigration procedures. If you are travelling by limousine, you can remain seated in the vehicle throughout the process, while passengers travelling by coach will need to off-load their bags to pass through the control point.  

Step 4

You’ll arrive at the Chinese Mainland immigration control point in Shenzhen, where you’ll be required to go through immigration clearance for the Chinese Mainland. To complete the process, all passengers will need to exit their vehicles with their bags. Be sure to have all your valid travel documents ready.   

Depending on the control point, the transfer journey from HKIA typically takes around an hour, or even less to certain checkpoints. After clearing immigration, head to the port’s pick-up point, where on-site staff will direct you to another limousine or coach waiting to take you to your designated drop-off point in the GBA.   

Experience seamless travel to the GBA by booking your Air+Land cross-boundary coach transfer for your next flight. 

This story was originally published in July 2025 and updated in April 2026.