Delta Air Lines has made its highly anticipated return to Hong Kong after a seven-year absence. The new route features a touching personal milestone: First Officer Victor Ngai, who grew up watching planes near Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Airport, had his lifelong dream realized by piloting the inaugural flight from Los Angeles.
Key Details of the Route & Homecoming.
- The Route: Daily nonstop service connecting Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Hong Kong International Airport (HKG).
- The Pilot’s Story: First Officer Victor Ngai, who immigrated to the U.S. and joined the airline, had his ultimate full-circle moment by flying the inaugural journey into his hometown airport.
- The Aircraft: The 7,260-mile transpacific route is operated by Delta’s flagship Airbus A350-900, bringing around 4,300 weekly seats to the market.
Flight Schedules
Westbound (DL5): Departs LAX at 11:30 PM → arrives in HKG at 5:00 AM (two days later).
Eastbound (DL6): Departs HKG at 9:25 AM → lands in LAX at 8:00 AM the same day.
Passenger Experience & Expansion
- Premium Amenities: Passengers traveling in the Delta One cabin have access to the Delta One Lounge at LAX. The inaugural flight also included chef-curated meals by Chef Jereme Leung, specialized destination guidebooks, and custom tote bags.
- Strategic Rebuilding: The new service marks a significant deepening of Delta’s international investment at LAX, restoring critical transpacific connectivity for business, leisure, and cargo markets between North America and Asia.
You can read more about First Officer Victor Ngai’s inspiring journey in the full AirlineGeeks.com Feature, or see official coverage on the Delta News Hub.
If you are planning to travel to the region, tell me:
- What class of service are you looking to fly (Economy, Premium Select, or Delta One)?
- What is your preferred departure month?
