Originally Posted by QRC3288

I have an ex-HKG to DXB flight next week.

I'm trying for pickup at 6am for a 7:50am flight. But the best they'll give me is 5:50am, and the agent really pushed for 5:30am or earlier. I understand the agent has a job to do and I am happy to "bear the risk" as she described if I miss my flight (I won't...) My two questions are:

1.) Will there be any issues if I make the driver wait briefly, until 6 or 6:10am? (I will tip the driver generously for his/her inconvenience). There will be no risk of missing the flight.
2.) Is this a rule that I can't get a car less than 2 hours before?

I've had fine experiences with CD on arrival in Hong Kong before, but had this pickup problem the last few times departure ex-HKG and I think we just booked my own car. I realize the timing sounds tight and I see where they're coming from, but from my home on Hong Kong Island to the airport, I have the timings down pat and there is no risk. I just want to sleep more and just want to arrive and board.

Also, has anyone had any problems with late CD pickups ex-HKG? Is the pickup service reliable?

Thanks in advance.