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Earn Velocity Points with Hong Kong Airlines

Velocity is proud to partner with Hong Kong Airlines, Hong Kong’s second largest long-haul airline serving the world’s major cities. Our partnership allows you to earn Velocity Points when flying on eligible Hong Kong Airlines flights across their network (excluding flights to or from North Americas).

How many Points will I earn?

Earn Points per mile flown when you travel in an eligible class on Hong Kong Airlines operated flights, with a HX flight number1.

The number of Velocity Points you earn with Hong Kong Airlines is based on the fare class and the number of miles you are travelling, so the higher your fare type, the more Points you earn. ​​​​​​Use our Mileage calculator to determine the number of miles you will fly. Then, refer to the tables below to check your Points earn rate.

To make a booking please visit the Hong Kong Airlines website or contact your preferred travel agent and enter your Velocity Frequent Flyer Member details at time of booking.

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Hong Kong Airlines operated flight with a HX flight number for travel from 1 November 2023: 

Fare Type Hong Kong Airlines (HX) Fare Class Points Earn Rate Per Mile
Business C, D 2
Business J 1.3
Economy Y 1.3
Economy B, H, K 1
Economy L 0.75
Economy M, N 0.50
Economy S, X 0.15
Economy Q, T 0.1

Hong Kong Airlines operated flight with a HX flight number for travel prior to 1 November 2023: 

Fare Type Hong Kong Airlines (HX) Fare Class
 Points Earn Rate Per Mile
Business Class C, D 2
Business Class J 1.3
Business Class Z 0.8
Economy Y 1.3
Economy B, H, K, L, M 1
Economy N, Q, T 0.5
Economy S, X, V 0.3
Economy W 0.1

To ensure you earn Velocity Points, make sure you enter your Velocity membership number when making your booking. Alternatively, call the Hong Kong Airlines contact centre directly or present your My Velocity Card at check in. 

Popular Destinations

In need of a holiday? See our most popular destinations to fly to, along with the number of Points you will earn when flying on Hong Kong Airlines with a HX flight number.

  • Hong Kong to Beijing

    1,435 Points

    Based on a return economy W class fare

    Hong Kong to Beijing

    1,435 Points

    Based on a return economy W class fare

  • Hong Kong to Tokyo (Narita)

    365 Points

    Based on a return economy W class fare

    Hong Kong to Tokyo (Narita)

    365 Points

    Based on a return economy W class fare

  • Sapporo to Hong Kong

    426 Points

    Based on a return economy W class fare

    Sapporo to Hong Kong

    426 Points

    Based on a return economy W class fare

Velocity Points cannot be earned on:

  • Reward Seat bookings
  • Charter flight bookings
  • Fare classes other than as specified above
  • Codeshare flights (any flight with a HX flight number that is operated by an airline other than Hong Kong Airlines or Virgin Australia)
  • Hong Kong Airlines flights to or from North America.
  • Upgraded fares: Members travelling on upgraded fares that were purchased with Points or by bidding for an upgrade will earn as per the rules of the original fare class purchased.

Claim missing Points

To ensure you automatically earn Velocity Points on your eligible travel, add your Velocity membership number to your booking prior to travel. You can add your Velocity membership number when you book your flight or call the airline directly to get it added to your booking or present your My Velocity Card at check-in.
It can take up to 14 days after your flight for your Points to be added to your Account. 

Flown recently and missing some Points?

If your Points have not been credited after 14 days, or if you forgot to add your Velocity membership number prior to travelling, you can sumbit a missing Points claim by logging into your Velocity Account and following the steps provided.

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Earn Status Credits with Hong Kong Airlines

Earn Status Credits when you travel in an eligible fare class on Hong Kong Airlines operated flights, with an HX flight number1 . The Status Credits you earn will depend on where you fly and the fare purchased.

Calculate the number of Status Credits you can earn by using our Mileage Calculator to determine the number of miles you are flying. Then refer to the table below with your chosen Fare Type.

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How many Status Credits will I earn? 

Hong Kong Airlines operated flight with a HX flight number for travel from 1 November 2023: 

One-way Miles (zone) Economy* Economy^ Business / Business Saver
0 -750 (1) 10 20 40
751 - 1,500 (2) 15 30 60
1,501 - 3,000 (3) 20 40 80
3,001 - 5,000 (4) 30 60 120
5,001 - 8,000 (5) 40 80 160
8,001 + (6) 50 100 200

Note: Eligible fare classes for Economy Class* are L, M, N, S, X, Q, T
Eligible fare classes for Economy Class^ are Y, B, H, K
Eligible fare classes for Business Class Flexible are C, D, J

Hong Kong Airlines operated flight with a HX flight number for travel prior to 1 November 2023: 

One-way Miles (zone) Economy* Economy^ Business /
Business Saver
0 - 750 (1) 10 20 40
751 - 1,500 (2) 15 30 60
1,501 - 3,000 (3) 20 40 80
3,001 - 5,000 (4) 30 60 120
5,001 - 8,000 (5) 40 80 160
8,001 + (6) 50 100 200

Note:
Eligible fare classes for Economy Class* are N, Q, T, W, S, X, V
Eligible fare classes for Economy Class^ are Y, B, H, K, L, M
Eligible fare classes for Business Class Flexible are C, D, J

Status credits cannot be earned on Hong Kong flights to or from North America

Popular Destinations

In need of a holiday? See our most popular destinations to fly to, along with the number of Points you will earn when flying on Hong Kong Airlines with a HX flight number.

  • Hong Kong to Beijing

    30 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy W class fare

    Hong Kong to Beijing

    30 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy W class fare

  • Hong Kong to Tokyo (Narita)

    40 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy W class fare

    Hong Kong to Tokyo (Narita)

    40 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy W class fare

  • Sapporo to Hong Kong

    40 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy W class fare

    Sapporo to Hong Kong

    40 Status Credits

    Based on a return economy W class fare

Velocity Status Benefits with Hong Kong Airlines

Enjoy benefits that are tailored to your Velocity membership level.

Carry your My Velocity Card with you at all times to ensure seamless access to your travel benefits when travelling with Hong Kong Airlines.

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    Benefits for Silver Status members

    • Priority Check-in 

      Priority Check-in 

    • Additional checked baggage up to 20kgs or one additional bag (up to 23kgs in Economy Class and 32kgs in Business Class)

      Additional checked baggage up to 20kgs or one additional bag (up to 23kgs in Economy Class and 32kgs in Business Class)

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    Benefits for Gold Status members

    • Priority Check-in

      Priority Check-in

    • Additional checked baggage up to 30kgs or One additional bag (up to 23kgs in Economy Class and 32kgs in Business Class)

      Additional checked baggage up to 30kgs or One additional bag (up to 23kgs in Economy Class and 32kgs in Business Class)

    • Priority Boarding

      Priority Boarding

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    Benefits for Platinum members

    • Priority Check-in

      Priority Check-in

    • Additional checked baggage up to 30kgs or one additional bag (up to 23kgs in Economy Class and 32kgs in Business Class)

      Additional checked baggage up to 30kgs or one additional bag (up to 23kgs in Economy Class and 32kgs in Business Class)

    • Priority Boarding

      Priority Boarding

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Velocity Status Credits cannot be earned on:

  • Reward Seat bookings
  • Charter flight bookings
  • Fare classes other than as specified above
  • Codeshare flights (any flight with a HX flight number that is operated by an airline other than Hong Kong Airlines or Virgin Australia)
  • Hong Kong Airlines flights to or from North America.
  • Upgraded fares: Members travelling on upgraded fares that were purchased with Points or by bidding for an upgrade will earn as per the rules of the original fare class purchased.

Important information: International flight redemptions are coming soon. For more information about our Partner Airline Reward Seats, please visit our Redemption Hub.

Terms & Conditions:

1. Earn rates are correct as at 13 October 2023 and are subject to change. Flights are governed by the operating carrier's terms and conditions, which can be viewed on the operating carrier's websites. Members travelling on Upgraded fares purchased with Points or any other subsidised means of Upgrades on Virgin Australia or our partner airlines will earn Points based on originally purchased fare classes. Check the Velocity Terms and Conditions for details about earning Points.

2. Status benefits are received on all eligible Hong Kong Airlines operated flights, except flights to or from North America. Members need to present their My Velocity Card to receive the benefits.