Last updated: October 30, 2026. Flight and hotel prices were checked on October 30, 2026 on Google Flights and Trip.com for the dates shown. Transport and attraction prices are the official 2026 fares. Dollar amounts use the fixed rate of about HK$7.8 per US dollar.
Short answer: a week in Hong Kong from New York starts at about $1,050 for the flight plus about $40 per night for a basic guesthouse room, or $65–95 per night for a simple hotel. Getting around is cheap: the Airport Express is HK$120–130 (about $16), and most of the city is easy by MTR, tram and ferry.
Flights from New York (checked Oct 30, 2026)
Round trip JFK–Hong Kong, March 6–14, 2027, economy:
- Air India via Delhi: $1,053 (31 hours, long layover)
- Korean Air/Delta via Seoul: $1,103
- Asiana via Seoul: $1,132
- Cathay Pacific nonstop: $1,340 (16 hours)
The nonstop costs about $240 more than the cheapest one-stop flight with a reasonable layover, but saves around 7 hours each way. Tip: check a whole month in the Google Flights date grid (how to use it).
Hotel prices: 4 nights, March 8–12, 2027
| Hotel (area) | Total, 4 nights, 2 adults | Per night |
|---|---|---|
| Anita Guest House (Mong Kok) | $149 | about $37 |
| Hong Kong New Style Guest House (Mong Kok) | $152 | about $38 |
| Hotel COZI Harbour View | $263 | about $66 |
| Ramada Hong Kong Harbour View | $314 | about $79 |
| Dorsett Mongkok | $367 | about $92 |
| Dorsett Wanchai | $464 | about $116 |
| W Hong Kong (West Kowloon) | $1,556 | about $389 |
| The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong | $2,334 | about $584 |
Source: Trip.com hotel list for 2 adults, totals incl. taxes and fees as shown; checked October 30, 2026. Budget guesthouse rooms in Mong Kok are often very small.
Where to stay: Mong Kok and Jordan for the lowest prices and street food; Tsim Sha Tsui for harbour views and easy transport; Wan Chai and Causeway Bay on Hong Kong Island for a central base.
Getting from the airport
- Airport Express to Hong Kong Station: HK$120 with Octopus or contactless card, HK$130 single ticket (about $15–17), 24 minutes. To Kowloon: HK$105/115.
- Group tickets: 2 people pay HK$85 each to Hong Kong Station, 4 people HK$62.50 each.
- Airport bus: routes such as A21 to Mong Kok and Tsim Sha Tsui cost much less than the train but take about 45–60 minutes.
More on airport transfers: train vs. taxi prices compared.
Getting around the city
Use an Octopus card or a contactless credit card on the MTR, buses, trams and the Star Ferry. You do not need a car; for most visitors, renting one would only cost money and parking time. The Star Ferry across Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong Island trams (“ding dings”) are two of the cheapest sightseeing rides in the city.
What the top sights cost
| Sight | Adult price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Peak Tram to Victoria Peak, return | HK$108 (about $14); single HK$76 |
| Ngong Ping 360 cable car, standard cabin, return | HK$295 (about $38) at the official price |
| Big Buddha (Tian Tan Buddha) | Free |
| Nan Lian Garden and Chi Lin Nunnery | Free |
| Symphony of Lights (harbour show, 8 PM) | Free |
Sources: Peak Tramways fare (same price on all days since December 30, 2024), Ngong Ping 360 official 2026 price list; checked October 30, 2026. Online resellers sometimes sell the cable car below the official price.
A 5-day plan
- Day 1: arrive, Airport Express to your hotel, evening walk on the Tsim Sha Tsui promenade and the free Symphony of Lights.
- Day 2: Central and Sheung Wan, Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak, Star Ferry back to Kowloon.
- Day 3: Lantau Island: Ngong Ping 360 cable car, Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery.
- Day 4: Nan Lian Garden and Chi Lin Nunnery in the morning, Mong Kok markets and street food in the evening.
- Day 5: a short hike (for example the Dragon’s Back) or Sai Kung’s beaches, then departure.
Sample budget: 5 nights for two from New York
- Flights: 2 × $1,103 = $2,206 (one stop via Seoul)
- Mid-range hotel: about $80 per night × 5 = about $400
- Airport Express both ways (group ticket for 2): about $44
- Peak Tram and cable car for two: about $104
That is about $2,750 for two before food and shopping. Food can be very cheap at local noodle shops and street stalls, or expensive in hotel restaurants.
Practical tips
- Entry: US citizens can visit Hong Kong without a visa for up to 90 days. Check the rules for your passport before booking.
- Mobile data: an eSIM is the easiest option; see our eSIM guide for Asia.
- Weather: October to December is usually the most comfortable time. Summer is hot, humid and typhoon season.
- Payment: cards work almost everywhere; carry some cash for small shops and markets.
FAQs
How much is a trip to Hong Kong from the US?
From New York, flights started at about $1,050–1,100 round trip for March 2027 (checked October 30, 2026). With a mid-range hotel, a 5-night trip for two costs about $2,750 before food.
How do I get from Hong Kong airport to the city?
The Airport Express to Hong Kong Station costs HK$120–130 and takes 24 minutes. Airport buses are cheaper but slower.
How much is the Peak Tram?
HK$108 return or HK$76 one way for adults in 2026.
How many days do I need?
Four to five days covers the main sights, Lantau Island and a hike.
Do I need a car in Hong Kong?
No. Public transport is fast and cheap, and parking is expensive.
