China Southern Airlines is offering a deal from London to Macau and Hong Kong starting at just £267 (~€307). This deal includes 23kg checked luggage. Departures are available from March through June.
While the fare to Macau is very cheap, it requires an overnight layover in Beijing both ways. Flight time to Hong Kong are much more convenient.
Our availability calendar highlights all possible flight dates at the lowest price for trips up to 28 days without overnight stays. It will forward you to Kayak with your selected flight dates. From there, you can proceed to China Southern or check what OTAs have to offer.
First, you’ll fly from London Heathrow to Beijing Daxing, a 10-hour journey aboard an Airbus A350 with a 3-3-3 seating configuration. From Beijing, your connecting flight to Hong Kong or Macau will most likely be operated by China Southern on an Airbus A320 family aircraft with a 3-3 layout. Flights to Macau include overnight layovers in Beijing in both directions, but you may be able to take advantage of China Southern’s complimentary transit hotel, available through the airline’s transfer desk.
Most European passport holders can visit Hong Kong or Macao for up to 90 days visa-free.
During overnight layovers, you can benefit from China’s visa-free transit policy.
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This deal does not have an expiration date, but a minimum stay of six days or a Saturday overnight stay, and a maximum stay of three months apply. Departures to Macau are available from March through June, while departures to Hong Kong are only available in March.
Our calendar above displays all available dates, as does Google Flights. You can use the calendar above to find the all available travel dates. It will forward you to Kayak, allowing to choose whether you buy your tickets directly from China Southern’s website or via online travel agencies for a bit less.
Why is booking with an airline better than with an online travel agency?
More often than not, online travel agencies offer lower fares than airlines do. We still recommend booking with the airlines directly. There are two main reasons for that:
Better Customer Service
In case any problems like delays, cancellations or missed connections arise, you can communicate directly with the airline. The airline has to take care of you because you have a contract with them.
If a travel agency issues your ticket, you may have to reach out to them first. You also depend on your OTA to forward information like flight changes instead of receiving them directly from the airline. In many cases, you may get a prime exhibition of responsibility shifting rather than problem-solving.
This especially applies to premium tickets. You don’t want to spend more than €1,000 to wind up with some budget OTA’s telephone hotline in case anything goes wrong.
Baggage and Other Fees
Economy fares not including hold luggage are industry standard by now. In most cases, travel agencies charge much higher baggage fees than the airlines themselves. If bags are not included in your fare, airlines are often the cheaper alternative.
This also applies to other things like food services, insurances or priority treatment. In almost all cases, you pay less for additional amenities when booking on the airlines’ website.
Editor’s Note: What might seem like a disadvantage — spending two nights in Beijing on the way there and back — can actually be an advantage. Since the hotel is included during the transit, you’re saving two nights of accommodation, which isn’t exactly cheap in Hong Kong or Macau.
Miles & Points
This ticket is issued in booking class T. Here are the miles and points you can earn from this deal from London to Macau:
- 2,826 Award Miles on Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles
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Information & Tips for Hong Kong
Hong Kong is known for its skyline, Victoria Peak, harbour views, and a mix of modern and traditional sights like temples and street markets. The local currency is the Hong Kong dollar (HKD), and credit cards are widely accepted, though cash is still useful in smaller shops and markets. Prices are relatively high compared to much of Asia, especially for accommodation and dining. The weather is hot and humid in summer, with a cooler, more pleasant season from October to March. Typhoons can occur between June and October.
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Information & Tips for Macau
Macau is known for its blend of Portuguese colonial architecture and modern casinos, with sights like the Ruins of St. Paul’s, Senado Square, and the Cotai Strip. The currency is the Macau pataca (MOP), though Hong Kong dollars are also widely accepted. Prices in Macau can be high, especially in casino areas and upscale restaurants, but more affordable options exist. The climate is subtropical, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The best time to visit is during the cooler months from October to December.
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