Is Hong Kong worth a stopover?

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If you want to experience the iconic Hong Kong skyline, a typical short layover plan is to take the Airport Express to Hong Kong Station, then enjoy a Star Ferry ride at Victoria Harbour to admire Hong Kong's grandeur, and then walk along the Avenue of Stars.

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How long does a layover need to be to leave the airport? Because layovers are your choice, you can leave whenever you like, but seasoned travelers, including McGee, seldom leave airports for less than six hours. After all, airports themselves aren't usually in bustling, interesting areas.

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Yes, I've done it before, usually in Amsterdam. I've intentionally taken flights with 6–8 hour layovers so I can pop into the city, take a stroll about and sightsee, and then head back to the airport. Even better are the flights that get arrive in the late afternoon and then depart early the next morning.

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With effect from 1 April 2023, all pre-departure and post-arrival quarantine and testing requirements for inbound travellers to Hong Kong have been lifted. All inbound travellers must pass temperature checks upon arrival and those found with symptoms will be referred to the Department of Health for further handling.

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If you need to catch up on some sleep, the airport has a number of hotels located within the terminal buildings. There are also several capsule hotels and nap rooms that offer a comfortable place to rest. One of the hotels located inside HKIA's terminal buildings is the Regal Airport Hotel.

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Two to three hours is the minimum recommended time for an international layover, but more might be needed.

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In most cases, passengers on layover flights must clear customs and immigration at the first point of entry.

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You'll need to clear customs and immigration. Next, you'll recheck your luggage for the domestic flight. Finally, you'll need to go through Transportation Security Administration screening. This may include a physical inspection of your luggage and personal items with a metal detector or a full-body scan.

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