Los Angeles to Hong Kong flights
Direct and connecting flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Los Angeles to Hong Kong take?
Flight time from Los Angeles (LAX) to Hong Kong (HKG) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Hong Kong?
Airline availability for LAX to HKG changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to Hong Kong?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LAX to HKG varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Cathay Pacific5-yr attributed events: 4Last 90 days: none recorded
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- Atlas Air5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Cathay Pacific | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| United Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Atlas Air | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning LAX → HKG
LAX to HKG is a long-haul route of 11,664 km (7,248 mi). See the return HKG → LAX route.
Alternative airports near Los Angeles: Hawthorne (HHR) — 7 km, Santa Monica (SMO) — 9 km, Torrance (TOA) — 17 km.
Alternative airports near Hong Kong: Hong Kong (HHP) — 25 km, Macau (MFM) — 38 km, Shenzhen (SZX) — 38 km.