Hong Kong International Airport Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
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About Hong Kong International Airport
Those who remember the daredevil approach of aircraft prior to landing at the old Kai Tak Airport don't need to guess why Hong Kong decided to build a new airport somewhere else. The Kai Tak Airport was the primary hub for air travel until the 1990s. With only a single runway, one terminal building too small, hills that made takeoff and landing tricky, and sharp turns at low altitude so close to high rise residential buildings that passengers could see residents eating dinners during landings were just a few of the drawbacks. Moreover, due to Kai Tak's proximity to residential areas, a curfew had to be in place in the late night and early morning hours, thus limiting its capacity. A new airport was eventually built on Chek Lap Kok Island in the north of Lantau Island, joining three of its
Where to Stay in Hong Kong International Airport
- 🏨Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott
- 🏨Novotel Citygate
- 🏨Regal Airport Hotel
Hong Kong International Airport Travel Guide Sections
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