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Flights from San Francisco to Hong Kong

Nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Hong Kong (HKG) take about 14h 25m (11,128 km). Cathay Pacific and United Airlines fly it. Lowest fare seen: $359 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Hong Kong

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Cathay Pacific airplane taxiing on runway with Hong Kong skyline and mountains in the background. — arriving in Hong Kong

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A United Airlines jet soaring over the iconic San Francisco skyline. — lounges at San Francisco Airport

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Airlines flying San Francisco to Hong Kong

Carriers on SFO–HKG according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Cathay Pacificnonstop fare seen✈ United Airlinesnonstop fare seen

San Francisco to Hong Kong fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $500 one-way. With stops: Dec 2026, from $413. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$50025 Oct 2026 · Cathay Pacific	$427 · 1 stop25 Oct 2026
Nov 2026	$80623 Nov 2026 · Cathay Pacific	$482 · 2 stops23 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$7192 Dec 2026 · Cathay Pacific	$413 · 1 stop2 Dec 2026

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $427 for October 2026, $413 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 3 of 3 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (San Francisco to Hong Kong, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Hong Kong

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Hong Kong is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — San Francisco to Hong Kong flights

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Hong Kong?

A nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Hong Kong (HKG) takes about 14h 25m, covering 11,128 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is San Francisco from Hong Kong by air?

The great-circle distance between San Francisco International Airport and Hong Kong International Airport is 11,128 km (6,915 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Hong Kong?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SFO–HKG route include Cathay Pacific and United Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from San Francisco to Hong Kong cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SFO–HKG was $359 USD with Cathay Pacific (nonstop), departing 23 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Hong Kong?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in December 2026 were cheapest, from $413 one-way, against $482 for November 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from San Francisco to Hong Kong?

In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $244 with one stop against $359 nonstop, a saving of $115. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from San Francisco to Hong Kong?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Hong Kong visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Hong Kong?

Hong Kong is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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