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Cheapest round-trip
$714
Typical prices: $706-$1,022
United Airlines
Sat 11/24Fri 12/7
HKG - LAX • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$714
Typical prices: $731-$1,108
United Airlines
Fri 12/7Thu 2/22
HKG - LAX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Cathay Pacific, United Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 12h 45m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 89% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $685 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 17h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles (HKG-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hong Kong to Los Angeles

Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 8:05 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 40mnonstop
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11:10 am - 7:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HKG Hong Kong Intl
16h 05mnonstop
$714United Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Tue, Dec 8
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11:25 am - 8:05 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 40mnonstop
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11:10 am - 7:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HKG Hong Kong Intl
16h 05mnonstop
$714United Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 1
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10:45 am - 7:56 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
13h 11mnonstop
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11:55 pm - 7:25 amLAX  Los Angeles-HKG Hong Kong Intl
15h 30mnonstop
$715Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 31
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10:45 am - 7:54 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
13h 09mnonstop
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11:50 pm - 7:40 amLAX  Los Angeles-HKG Hong Kong Intl
15h 50mnonstop
$715Delta
Fri, Nov 20 - Thu, Nov 26
Asiana Airlines Logo
12:15 am - 6:40 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
22h 25m1 stop Incheon Intl
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9:00 am - 10:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HKG Hong Kong Intl
21h 40m1 stop Incheon Intl
$717Asiana Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
Asiana Airlines Logo
12:15 am - 6:40 amHKG  Hong Kong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
22h 25m1 stop Incheon Intl
Asiana Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 10:40 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HKG Hong Kong Intl
21h 40m1 stop Incheon Intl
$720Asiana Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Fri, Jan 22
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7:50 pm - 4:30 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 40mnonstop
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10:45 pm - 6:30 amLAX  Los Angeles-HKG Hong Kong Intl
15h 45mnonstop
$725Cathay Pacific
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
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7:50 pm - 4:30 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
12h 40mnonstop
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10:45 pm - 6:30 amLAX  Los Angeles-HKG Hong Kong Intl
15h 45mnonstop
$728Cathay Pacific
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
Philippine Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 12:10 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
38h 40m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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11:10 am - 5:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HKG Hong Kong Intl
38h 40m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$766Philippine Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 9
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7:05 pm - 7:10 pmHKG  Hong Kong Intl-LAX Los Angeles
16h 05m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
Philippine Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 9:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-HKG Hong Kong Intl
18h 45m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$770Philippine Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Hong Kong to Los Angeles flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

Round-trip flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles typically range from $706 to $1,022. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $714, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hong Kong to Los Angeles. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Hong Kong to Los Angeles at $694 round-trip.
•July ($1,049) and April ($1,018) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Hong Kong to Los Angeles

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines and LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Cathay Pacific

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on HKG

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Key details for Hong Kong to Los Angeles flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$422
Beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Hong Kong to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Hong Kong to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Hong Kong to Los Angeles:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:30 am and lands at 1:15 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:45 pm and lands at 11:30 am.

    The flight takes about 12h 45m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from Hong Kong to Los Angeles takes 12h 45m, covering 7,243 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Hong Kong to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles range from $706 to $1,022, with an average of $835 over the past 12 months. Anything below $706 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Hong Kong to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 31% above the $835 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $685 round-trip via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared to $897 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Cathay Pacific has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Hong Kong to Los Angeles flights are:

    • United Airlines: 89% on time
    • Cathay Pacific: 79% on time
    • Delta: 58% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Cathay Pacific and Malaysia Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Hong Kong to Los Angeles spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Hong Kong to Los Angeles flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Night departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 17%, and evening flights for 16%.

  • How are flight prices from Hong Kong to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from Hong Kong to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $454, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $49 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    Flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles usually depart from Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Hong Kong to Los Angeles route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 17m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) - 64% of one-stop connections
    • Beijing Capital (PEK) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) - 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $741 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $960, a difference of $219.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    3 airlines operate flights between Hong Kong and Los Angeles. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Cathay Pacific
    • United Airlines
    • Delta

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 17h 32m, compared with 19h 21m via San Francisco (SFO) and 20h 44m via Tokyo Haneda (HND).

  • What is the time difference between Hong Kong and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 16 hours behind Hong Kong (Pacific Time vs Hong Kong Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Hong Kong to Los Angeles flights?

    Among airlines operating Hong Kong to Los Angeles flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Cathay Pacific: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Hong Kong to Los Angeles flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Cathay Pacific: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Are there luggage wrapping services at HKG?

    If you want to have your luggage organized and reduce the likelihood of losing it, consider having it wrapped in plastic. This service is available at a small fee in kiosks found in the check-in areas of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.

  • Can I exchange currency at HKG?

    If you wish to change the currency from Hong Kong Dollars to USD before your flight to Las Vegas, you can do it at one of the currency exchange desks at the airport. This service is provided by Global Exchange at Terminal 1, both airside and landside, and Travelex, located at Terminal 1 Airside Departures and Terminal 1 landside Arrivals.

  • Does LAX have pet-relief areas?

    There are pet relief areas in the airport, mostly in the airside section. In the landside section, you will find pet relief areas between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 and outside Terminal 5. There is also the LAX PUPS program at the airport, whose aim is to make the airport as pet-friendly as possible by creating a less stressful airport environment.

  • Can you rent a car from LAX?

    There are several car rental companies that operate at LAX. They include Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, Thrifty, Payless, and Fox. You will find them at the Lower Arrivals Level just outside baggage claim. To get there easily, look for a purple sign written "Rental Car Shuttles."

Your guide to booking Hong Kong to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $741, about $219 less than Sunday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hong Kong to Los Angeles trip for March. Fares historically average $694 round-trip in that month - typically $355 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with United Airlines. Over the past three months, 89% of United Airlines flights from Hong Kong to Los Angeles arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 82%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 17m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $685 round-trip on this route - about $212 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
  • On the day your flight from Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to Los Angeles Airport is scheduled, try to get to the airport at least 2 hours before departure time. This way, you will have enough time to go through the security checkpoints of the airport without running the risk of missing your flight.
  • If you have time before your flight at HKG, you can visit the Aviation Discovery Center and learn about the history of the airport and its aviation. The center, located at Terminal 2 landside, has aviation-themed exhibits such as SkyDeck.
  • While at HKG, you may need help getting around or essential information concerning your flight. If so, feel free to approach airport ambassadors or an information desk. The ambassadors are in red coats, so they are easy to spot. There are 13 information desks, with 11 located airside in Terminal 1 and 2 located landside in Terminal 2.
  • If you are an active member of the US military or a family member of one, you can hang out at the USO lounge of LAX for free. The lounge is located at the Arrivals level between Terminals 1 and 2. You will enjoy comfortable couches, complimentary snacks, drinks, and screen time as you await your flight.
  • Suppose you are traveling with your infant to LAX. If that is the case, you can breastfeed your child in one of the nursing rooms at the airport. They are located at Terminal 1, Gate 13; between gates 21 B and 23 in Terminal 2; Terminal 3, near Gate 33; Terminal 4, adjacent to Sunglass Hut; Terminal 5, next to the food court; and Terminal 6, Gate 64B.

Prefer to fly direct from Hong Kong to Los Angeles?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Hong Kong Intl to Los Angeles

Monday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Hong Kong Intl

Monday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Friday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

Cathay Pacific,Delta,United Airlines

Cathay Pacific,Delta, +1 more

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