Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to San Diego: what you need to know
The timezone in San Diego is UTC-7. The city is 15 hours behind Hong Kong, where Hong Kong International Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from HKG to San Diego.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from HKG to San Diego, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
When travelling to United States for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from China. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to San Diego.
HKG is about 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 44 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to San Diego? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near HKG:
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to San Diego
Rs96,563 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to San Diego. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs236,655. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HKG to San Diego if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to San Diego.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres. It takes about 9 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to San Diego. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. Following your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to San Diego, it'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 2 hours and 14 minutes.
After your flight from HKG to San Diego, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CLD. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to San Diego
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to San Diego while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit San Diego, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to San Diego, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 28ºC.
Search for cheap flights from HKG to San Diego in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about San Diego
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in San Diego right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to San Diego:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are top sights which should feature on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.
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