Flights departing from Hong Kong International Airport
Everything you need to know before boarding your flight at HKIA, from check-in to the cabin.
Departing Hong Kong
1. Pre-flight checklist
- You meet the latest entry requirements for your destination.
- You have a folder to keep your documents close at hand.
- You have surgical face masks to wear during your journey. Please note that masks with exhalation valves or vents are not permitted.
- You completed the necessary health and travel history forms and, if required for your final destination, downloaded contact tracing apps.
- You checked public transport times. The Airport Express and some bus companies are operating reduced schedules.
2. Check-in
Expect the airport check-in to take a little longer than usual. Arrive 2-3 hours before your flight.
- You can check in on cathaypacific.com up to 48 hours in advance but will still need to collect your boarding pass from a check-in counter.
- To save time, complete your health declaration on the Cathay mobile app.
- At the airport entrance, present proof of your booking and undergo a temperature check.
- To be eligible to fly, you will need:
- To declare your travel history for the past 14 days.
- To answer a health screening questionnaire.
- A medical certificate confirming recovery, if you previously tested positive for COVID-19.
- Additional forms, depending on your destination.
3. Airside facilities
A limited number of airport facilities remain open, so plan ahead.
- See the list of open restaurants, stores and services hereOpen a new window.
- The Wing is still open for transiting passengers (Terminal 1 near gates 1 to 4, entrance on Level 7). To ensure your wellbeing, we:
- Check the body temperature of all passengers.
- Require all staff and passengers to wear a face mask.
- Have adjusted meal services
Travel tips
How to prepare for your departure from Hong Kong
Arrive early
Arrive 2-3 hours ahead of your flight. Check-in for all Cathay Pacific flights is in Zone B.
Check your forms
Have the valid travel documents and health declaration forms required to enter your final destination.
Bring a folder or bag
You will be carrying multiple travel documents and forms, and these will be checked more than once during your journey. Make sure they are easily accessible.
Rest assured
The airport is open 24/7, so if you miss your flight or are rejected from entering your destination, you will be able to stay at the airport until other arrangements are made.
Bring snacks
A limited number of restaurants and shops at HKIA are open, though operating hours may be shortened. Bgring snacks and a refillable water bottle.
Bring extra face masks
All travellers are required to wear face masks at the airport and in the cabin. Bring extras so you have a fresh one after your flight.