Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) scores 8.8/10 (Excellent)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.6),
passenger experience (8.7), and facilities (9.0).
Lounge quality rates 9.1/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Hong Kong (HKG) is rated 8.8/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 9.1/10. Cathay Pacific The Wing and The Pier are flagship lounges in Terminal 1. Ideal for UK–Asia connections on Cathay or Oneworld partners. See /guides/hkg-airport-lounge-guide-2026 and /reviews/cathay-the-wing-hkg-review.
FlightLogic Score8.8Excellent
On-time8.6Departure reliability
Experience8.7Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities9.0Food, shops, seating
Lounges9.1Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
8.6
Passenger Experience
8.7
Facilities & Comfort
9.0
Lounge score9.1/10
Highlights
Cathay Pacific The Wing (First) and The Pier (Business) set the benchmark for Asian hub lounges
Efficient airside connections — most gates reachable within 10–20 minutes
Regal Airport Hotel connected airside for long layovers
Oneworld hub for UK travellers connecting to Australia, Japan, and Southeast Asia
Overview
Cathay Pacific hub with The Wing and The Pier premium lounges — among Asia's best connection airports for UK–Asia routings.
Cathay Pacific lounges
The Wing serves Cathay First and Business passengers with private cabanas, fine dining, and spa showers. The Pier Business lounge spans multiple zones with noodle bar, tea bar, and quiet work areas.
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members access Pier lounges on qualifying Cathay or partner departures. Priority Pass options are limited compared to airline lounges.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) scores 8.2/10 (Excellent)
on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (8.4),
passenger experience (8.1), and facilities (8.2).
Lounge quality rates 8.6/10. See full airport guide →
In short
Tokyo Narita (NRT) is rated 8.2/10 on FlightLogic with lounge score 8.6/10. JAL lounges in Terminal 2 and ANA in Terminal 1 serve premium passengers. Allow 60–90 minutes by train to central Tokyo. UK travellers often choose Haneda for city access; Narita for specific carrier schedules. See /guides/narita-airport-lounge-guide.
FlightLogic Score8.2Excellent
On-time8.4Departure reliability
Experience8.1Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities8.2Food, shops, seating
Lounges8.6Lounge quality
Rating basisEditorialFlightLogic methodology
Score breakdown
Modelled on industry airport indices — on-time data, facilities ratings, and editorial experience signals combined into a single FlightLogic score.
On-Time Performance
8.4
Passenger Experience
8.1
Facilities & Comfort
8.2
Lounge score8.6/10
Highlights
Terminal 1 serves Star Alliance (ANA); Terminal 2 serves oneworld (JAL) — verify terminal on your ticket
JAL First Lounge and ANA Suite Lounge among Japan's best airline clubs
N'EX Narita Express reaches Tokyo Station in ~60 minutes — reliable for UK arrivals
Haneda vs Narita: NRT scores 8.2/10 overall but Haneda wins on city proximity (see /airports/haneda)
Overview
Tokyo's legacy international hub — JAL and ANA premium lounges, strong on-time performance, and 60–90 minute train ride to central Tokyo versus Haneda's 15–30 minutes.
JAL and ANA lounge access
Japan Airlines operates Sakura and First lounges in Terminal 2 for oneworld passengers. ANA Suite and Business lounges in Terminal 1 serve Star Alliance premium passengers. Terminal 3 handles LCCs separately.
Inter-terminal transfers require landside bus or train — not airside. Connections between JAL and ANA metal require immigration and re-security unless on a protected interline.
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