Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Madrid Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport is 12 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Hong Kong is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Madrid.
Take your pick of four weekly Madrid Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport flights. The 11:05 departure with Cathay Pacific is the earliest flight available. Cathay Pacific operates the last service of the day at 12:20.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MAD to HKG flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Hong Kong (and then exploring more of China!) is a cinch with Cathay Pacific. This popular airline has direct flights from Madrid Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Cathay Pacific on this route.
Cathay Pacific is the most punctual carrier that operates MAD to HKG flights, with 67.65% of its services arriving as planned.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAD and HKG:
Beijing Capital Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
$477 is the lowest price for a one-way Madrid Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport flight. Return flights start from $874. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MAD to HKG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madrid Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAD to HKG by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madrid Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport.
Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
77% of flights taking off from Madrid Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from Madrid Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
Arriving at Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
If you're landing on a late Madrid Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near HKG:
When to fly to Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
The quietest month for a flight from Madrid Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Hong Kong based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Hong Kong is July, with the temperature ranging between 27ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Madrid Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAD to HKG in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC and 20ºC then.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Hong Kong. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Canton Tower, Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden.
If there's time to check out another major stop in China, head for Shenzhen, about 27 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong. Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes are the start of reasons to visit.

