Cheap Flights from New York to Hong Kong — $437

More than 10 airlines operate flights from New York to Hong Kong, including Cathay Pacific, Philippine Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Porter Airlines, Air India, Perimeter Aviation Ltd., Japan Airlines, American Airlines, All Nippon Airways, and United Airlines. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $437, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

The distance between New York and Hong Kong is 12962km (8036 miles). There are 15 direct flights from New York to Hong Kong. The time difference between New York and Hong Kong is 13h. Flights from New York begin at 10:00 AM. The latest flight from New York departs at 1:55 AM

John F. Kennedy International (JFK) is New York’s primary international gateway and a major transatlantic and transpacific hub, handling a wide mix of full-service carriers and some long-haul premium traffic. It’s about 16 miles southeast of Midtown Manhattan; typical travel times range from 45–75 minutes by car depending on traffic, or 35–60 minutes via the AirTrain plus subway/Long Island Rail Road with fares generally from modest fixed airport charges to mid-range transit fares. Pros: extensive international connections and many amenities; cons: can be crowded and subject to congestion. LaGuardia (LGA) serves mainly domestic and short-haul flights and tends to host many legacy and low-cost carriers; positioned roughly 8 miles from Midtown, it usually offers the shortest road transfer times—about 20–35 minutes by taxi or rideshare—or 35–50 minutes using buses and the subway with relatively low fares. Pros: convenience for domestic travelers; cons: fewer long-haul options and historically less space though recent renovations have improved comfort. Newark Liberty International (EWR), technically in New Jersey, functions as another major international and transcontinental hub with a strong presence of both full-service and budget airlines; it sits about 16–20 miles from Midtown Manhattan. Travel by car is commonly 30–60 minutes depending on traffic, while the AirTrain plus NJ Transit or Amtrak to Penn Station can take roughly 30–45 minutes with a moderate transit fare. Pros: broad route network and frequent train links to Manhattan; cons: can be less convenient for some Manhattan locations and also busy during peak periods.

Hong Kong International (HKG) is the city’s major international hub and typically handles the bulk of long-haul and full-service carriers, alongside some low-cost and regional operators. Located on Lantau Island about 34 km from Central, it’s commonly reached in roughly 24 minutes by Airport Express (fare usually in a moderate range) or in 35–60 minutes by taxi depending on traffic, with cheaper bus options that can take 40–90 minutes. The airport is known for efficient transfers, plentiful lounges and shopping, though longer surface travel times and peak-hour congestion can affect convenience. Overall it’s a full-service gateway that balances speed for business travelers with broad connectivity for leisure.

The cost of a one-way flight from New York to Hong Kong ranges from $729 (July 2026) to $748 (June 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $738–$748.