Travelling from Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG) to Daegu Airport (TAE): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Daegu Airport.
Daegu is one hour ahead of Hong Kong and observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Choose from five weekly Hong Kong Intl Airport to Daegu Airport flights. The 02:20 departure with Hong Kong Express is the earliest flight you can take. Hong Kong Express operates the latest service of the day at 02:20.
Your HKG to TAE flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
HK Express has direct flights from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Daegu Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Daegu — and maybe even more of South Korea if you have time.
HK Express has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With an impressive 92.31% of services arriving as planned, HK Express is the most punctual carrier operating HKG to TAE flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Daegu Airport. These are the top stopovers between HKG and TAE:
Incheon International Airport
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
Jeju Airport
Handy information about Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
The address for HKG is 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
When it comes to Hong Kong Intl Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Hong Kong Intl Airport from central Hong Kong, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kms (20 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Daegu Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near HKG:
Arriving at Daegu Airport (TAE)
Consider booking a hotel near TAE if you're catching a late Hong Kong Intl Airport to Daegu Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Daegu Airport (TAE) to central Daegu
Daegu Airport is roughly 8 kms (5 miles) from the centre of Daegu. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Daegu Airport (TAE)
April is the most popular month for flights from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Daegu Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Daegu in July.
When reserving your flight from Hong Kong Intl Airport to Daegu Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Daegu, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 32ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HKG to TAE in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC and 7ºC then.
Explore more of South Korea
Daegu has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. About 241 kms (150 miles) north-west of Daegu, a trip to Seoul will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Around 80 kms (50 miles) south-east of Daegu, Busan is another essential stop in South Korea. Experience major highlights starting with Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.

