Flying in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
There are 10 airfields within 93 miles of Hong Kong — the nearest is Shun Tak Heliport (VHST), about 2 miles out. Daylight runs from about 13h 22m of daylight at midsummer down to about 10h 38m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Hong Kong
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Shun Tak Heliport
Shek Kong Air Base
Hong Kong International Airport
Shenzhen Nantou Heliport
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Macau International Airport
Zhuhai Jinwan Airport
Huizhou Pingtan Airport
Foshan Shadi Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 05:19–18:41 | 13h 22m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 06:01–17:59 | 11h 57m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 06:41–17:19 | 10h 38m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 24.5°C / 76°F | 20.5°C / 69°F | 19 km/h | 55% |
| Summer | 29.2°C / 85°F | 25.7°C / 78°F | 18 km/h | 89% |
| Autumn | 26.8°C / 80°F | 21.9°C / 71°F | 19 km/h | 44% |
| Winter | 19°C / 66°F | 13°C / 55°F | 20 km/h | 19% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Hong Kong, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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