Hong Kong Airport Express Ticket
Reach Hong Kong city center from HKIA in ~24 min by dedicated MTR train, with free in-town check-in and hotel shuttles. Compare live prices and coupons.
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What it is
The Airport Express is a dedicated high-speed MTR rail line linking Hong Kong International Airport on Lantau Island to the urban core. Trains depart roughly every 10 minutes from around 5:54 AM to 12:50 AM daily, making it reliable at virtually any hour. The line calls at three city-side stations — Tsing Yi (serving New Territories commuters), Kowloon Station (West Kowloon / Tsim Sha Tsui area), and Hong Kong Station (Central / Hong Kong Island) — before terminating at the airport. A standout feature is the free In-Town Check-In service at Hong Kong and Kowloon stations, where eligible airline passengers can drop their checked luggage and collect boarding passes up to 24 hours before departure, then travel unencumbered. Complimentary shuttle buses from both city stations extend the reach to major hotels and transport hubs across Kowloon and Hong Kong Island.
Highlights
- 24-minute city-center run: the Airport Express covers the roughly 35 km between HKIA and Hong Kong Station (Central) in about 24 minutes — far faster than road options in typical traffic.
- In-Town Check-In at Kowloon & Hong Kong stations: eligible passengers on supported airlines (including Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Qantas, and others) can check bags and receive boarding passes at the city station, freeing up their remaining time in Hong Kong luggage-free.
- Free hotel shuttle buses: complimentary shuttle buses depart from Kowloon Station and Hong Kong Station to major hotels and transport interchanges across both sides of the harbor, extending door-to-door convenience at no extra cost.
- Free in-cabin Wi-Fi and charging: all Airport Express trains offer complimentary Wi-Fi onboard, plus USB ports and power sockets in the first and last carriages — handy for arriving passengers who need to get connected immediately.
- Free porter service: luggage assistance is available at all four stations (Airport, Tsing Yi, Kowloon, Hong Kong), making transitions easier for passengers with heavy bags.
- Round-trip ticket discount: a return ticket valid for 30 days typically offers savings of around 20–22% compared to two separate single tickets — a worthwhile option for round-trip visitors.
Good to know
- Journey time is around 24 minutes to Hong Kong Station (Central) and slightly less to Kowloon Station (~20 min) and Tsing Yi (~13 min). AsiaWorld-Expo, the first stop after the airport, adds a couple of minutes to the inbound run.
Frequently asked
- How long does the Airport Express take from HKIA to the city center?
- The Airport Express reaches Kowloon Station in around 20 minutes and Hong Kong Station (Central) in approximately 24 minutes. It stops at Tsing Yi along the way. These times are consistent regardless of traffic, making it the most reliable airport transfer option in Hong Kong.
- What is the In-Town Check-In service on the Airport Express?
- In-Town Check-In lets eligible departing passengers check their luggage and collect boarding passes at Hong Kong Station or Kowloon Station — up to 24 hours before their flight and no later than 90 minutes before departure. Supported airlines include Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Qantas, and several others. This means you can explore the city on your last day without dragging bags around.
- Is a single or return ticket better value on the Hong Kong Airport Express?
- If you'll be taking the Airport Express both ways (arriving and departing), the 30-day return ticket is usually the better deal — it typically saves around 20–22% versus buying two singles. If you only need one direction, or your outbound falls on the same day as your inbound, a same-day return or single ticket is the simpler option.