Tokyo to Hong Kong is one of Asia’s classic short-haul international routes — a non-stop flight of under five hours, served by a deep bench of carriers from full-service ANA, JAL and Cathay Pacific to low-cost HK Express and Greater Bay Airlines. That competition keeps fares keen and choice wide — and it splits the route into two tiers that barely overlap: checking every return fare on sale, the low-cost non-stops run ¥41,563–¥44,020 while the full-service ones start above ¥135,000. This guide covers who really flies the route, which Tokyo airport they actually use, and what a return costs in yen.
Route: Tokyo (Haneda HND / Narita NRT) → Hong Kong (HKG)
Distance: approximately 2,900 km (1,800 miles)
Non-stop flight time: about 4h 40m southbound to Hong Kong, around 4h 00m coming back
Direct flights: Yes — ANA, Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific fly non-stop, with low-cost HK Express, Hong Kong Airlines and Greater Bay Airlines also on the route. Check your departure airport carefully: in our fare data almost every cheap HK Express and Hong Kong Airlines flight leaves from Haneda, not Narita, and only a handful of the budget fares go from Narita.
Fares from Tokyo to Hong Kong (JPY)
Hong Kong is a year-round city-break and connecting hub, and fares out of Tokyo swing with both Japanese and Hong Kong holidays. The cheapest windows are June, September and the quieter parts of winter; the priciest are Golden Week (late April–early May), Obon in mid-August, the year-end period and Chinese New Year (late January or February). The figures below are typical economy return fares in yen — the low end is usually a low-cost carrier, with full-service non-stops sitting higher.
| Month | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | medium |
| February | — | high (Chinese New Year) |
| March | — | medium-high |
| April | — | very high (Golden Week) |
| May | — | medium |
| June | — | low |
| July | — | high (summer holidays) |
| August | — | very high (Obon) |
| September | — | low-medium |
| October | — | medium |
| November | — | medium |
| December | — | very high (year-end) |
Checked against every return fare on sale as we write, the low-cost fares sit in a remarkably tight band: ¥41,563–¥44,020 return on HK Express and Hong Kong Airlines from Haneda, median ¥41,971. So a fare around ¥42,000 is simply the going rate rather than a find, and there is nothing below the low forties to hold out for. The full-service non-stops are not a small step up but a different market: Cathay Pacific ¥135,862–¥168,895 and JAL ¥184,004–¥188,597. Add bags and seat selection to the low-cost fare before comparing — but on this route the gap is far too wide for baggage to close.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop (about 4h 40m):
- ANA — non-stop from both Haneda and Narita; frequent daily service on the Boeing 787.
- Japan Airlines (JAL) — non-stop from Haneda and Narita; reliable full-service flights with generous baggage.
- Cathay Pacific — the Hong Kong flag carrier, non-stop from both Tokyo airports, strong wide-body comfort.
- HK Express — Cathay’s low-cost arm, non-stop from Narita; budget fares with bags and meals priced separately.
- Greater Bay Airlines — Hong Kong’s newer carrier, non-stop from Narita; another good-value option on the route.
With this many airlines competing, Tokyo–Hong Kong is one of the most keenly priced routes out of Japan. If comfort and included baggage matter, book ANA, JAL or Cathay Pacific; if you’re travelling light and want the lowest fare, HK Express or Greater Bay Airlines from Narita will usually be cheapest.
When to book & how to save
- Book 1–3 months ahead for the best balance of price and choice; fares to Hong Kong rarely improve in the final couple of weeks.
- Avoid the peaks: Golden Week, Obon (mid-August), the year-end period and Chinese New Year are the most expensive and busiest.
- Travel in June or September for the lowest fares — shoulder months either side of the summer crowds.
- Compare Haneda vs Narita: Haneda is far more convenient for central Tokyo, but a Narita departure on a low-cost carrier can be much cheaper.
- Watch the bag rules on budget fares: HK Express and Greater Bay price bags and meals separately, so add those in before comparing with a full-service ticket.
Arriving in Hong Kong
All these non-stops land at Hong Kong International (HKG) on Chek Lap Kok, west of the city. The quickest way in is the Airport Express train to Central in about 24 minutes for roughly ¥2,000 (about 110 Hong Kong dollars), with free shuttle buses onward to many hotels. A taxi to Kowloon or Hong Kong Island runs roughly ¥5,000–¥7,000 (270–380 HKD) including tunnel tolls, while the cheaper Airport bus (A-lines) costs a fraction of that if you’re not in a hurry.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Tokyo to Hong Kong?
Non-stop flights take about 4 hours 40 minutes southbound from Tokyo to Hong Kong, and a little less — around 4 hours — on the way home with the tailwind. ANA, JAL, Cathay Pacific, HK Express and Greater Bay Airlines all fly the route directly, so there’s no need to connect.
Are there direct flights from Tokyo to Hong Kong?
Yes. ANA, Japan Airlines and Cathay Pacific fly non-stop as full-service carriers, and low-cost HK Express and Greater Bay Airlines also operate non-stop from Narita. It’s one of the best-served routes out of Tokyo, with daily departures from both Haneda and Narita.
How much does it cost to fly from Tokyo to Hong Kong?
It depends almost entirely on which tier you buy. Low-cost non-stop returns ran ¥41,563–¥44,020 across the dates we could price, median ¥41,971. Full-service non-stops were far higher: Cathay Pacific from ¥135,862 and JAL from ¥184,004. Golden Week, Obon, the year-end holidays and Chinese New Year push both tiers up.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Hong Kong?
June and September are usually the cheapest. In the dates we could price, low-cost returns started at ¥41,563. Avoid Golden Week (late April–early May), Obon (mid-August), the year-end holidays and the Chinese New Year period, which are the busiest and most expensive.
Which airlines fly from Tokyo to Hong Kong?
Low-cost non-stop: HK Express carries the great majority of the cheap fares at ¥41,563–¥44,020, almost all of them from Haneda, with Hong Kong Airlines alongside it at ¥41,727–¥42,158 and Spring Japan connecting from Narita at about ¥43,958. Greater Bay Airlines also flies the route but did not appear among the cheapest fares when we checked. Full-service non-stop: Cathay Pacific (¥135,862–¥168,895) and Japan Airlines (¥184,004–¥188,597) from Haneda, with ANA also on the route. The low-cost fares assume you pay separately for bags.
Which Tokyo airport do these flights leave from?
Both. ANA, JAL and Cathay Pacific operate non-stops from Haneda (HND) and Narita (NRT), while the low-cost carriers HK Express and Greater Bay Airlines fly from Narita. Haneda is closer to central Tokyo, so it’s often worth a small premium if your schedule allows.
How far in advance should I book Tokyo to Hong Kong flights?
Aim to book 1 to 3 months ahead. Fares tend to climb as departure nears, especially around Golden Week, Obon, Chinese New Year and the year-end peak, so booking early almost always wins. For the budget carriers, the cheapest seats also sell first.
Is it cheaper to fly on weekdays?
Often, yes — midweek departures (Tuesday to Thursday) are usually a little cheaper than Friday–Sunday. Flying out and back on weekdays can save ¥5,000–¥15,000 on a return, and being flexible by a day or two is one of the easiest ways to cut the fare.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — check the live fare before booking.
