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Verdict

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) scores higher overall at 8.8/10 versus Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) at 7.4/10.

Score comparison

Metric Hong Kong International Airport Warsaw Chopin Airport
FlightLogic Score 8.8 7.4
On-Time Performance 8.6 7.2
Passenger Experience 8.7 7.3
Facilities & Comfort 9.0 7.7
Lounge Score 9.1 7.2
City Hong Kong Warsaw
Country Hong Kong SAR Poland
Terminals 2 terminals (T1 + T2 satellite) 2 terminals (T1 Schengen, T2 non-Schengen)
Annual passengers 40M+ 19M+

Operational comparison

Transport links, lounge access, connection times, and UK261 eligibility — verify locally before travel.

Policy HKG — Hong WAW — Warsaw
Rail / public transport
To city centre
Lounge day pass
Min. connection time
Primary hub carriers

Detailed profiles

Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR · HKG · #1 in this comparison

Hong Kong International Airport

2 terminals (T1 + T2 satellite) · 40M+ passengers/year

8.8 / 10

How good is Hong Kong International Airport?

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 Score 8.8 Excellent
On-time 8.6 Departure reliability
Experience 8.7 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 9.0 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 9.1 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic 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 score 9.1/10

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.

Warsaw, Poland · WAW · #2 in this comparison

Warsaw Chopin Airport

2 terminals (T1 Schengen, T2 non-Schengen) · 19M+ passengers/year

7.4 / 10

How good is Warsaw Chopin Airport?

Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) scores 7.4/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic's airport index — combining on-time performance (7.2), passenger experience (7.3), and facilities (7.7). Lounge quality rates 7.2/10. See full airport guide →

In short

Warsaw WAW scores 7.4/10 — Poland's hub. LOT Star Alliance gateway. Wizz Air and Ryanair from UK LCC bases. See /guides/warsaw-airport-lounge-guide-2026.

FlightLogic Score 7.4 Very Good
On-time 7.2 Departure reliability
Experience 7.3 Staff, queues, cleanliness
Facilities 7.7 Food, shops, seating
Lounges 7.2 Lounge quality
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic 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
7.2
Passenger Experience
7.3
Facilities & Comfort
7.7
Lounge score 7.2/10

Highlights

  • Primary UK–Poland gateway — Wizz Air, Ryanair, LOT from Luton, Stansted, and regional UK
  • LOT Polish Airlines hub — Star Alliance connections across Eastern Europe
  • Train S2/S3 to Warsaw Central ~20 min
  • EU261 on EU departures; UK261 on UK-return legs

Overview

Poland's primary hub — LOT Star Alliance gateway with dense Wizz Air and Ryanair UK schedules for Eastern Europe VFR and city breaks.

UK Eastern Europe routing

Wizz Air and Ryanair dominate UK–WAW low-cost. LOT offers full-service and Star Alliance connections to Kraków, Gdańsk, and Baltic states.

Compare WAW against Kraków (KRK) — Warsaw for connections; Kraków for southern Poland direct.

FAQ

Which is better, Hong Kong International Airport or Warsaw Chopin Airport?

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) scores higher overall at 8.8/10 versus Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) at 7.4/10.

Which has better lounges, HKG or WAW?

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) scores higher for lounges at 9.1/10, versus Warsaw Chopin Airport at 7.2/10.

Which airport is more on-time, HKG or WAW?

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) has stronger on-time performance at 8.6/10 versus Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) at 7.2/10.