Originally Posted by
Zeeww
1. I am flying CX J from NRT into HKG, arriving after 10pm. I have my next flight also in CX J to TPE next morning at 8am. so roughly a 9 hr layover between landing and takeoff, and not really wanting to venture out of the airport. Any recommendations on which lounge(s) I could use? i'm OWE if that helps too
Ah, my choice would be the Pier J. As an OWE, you have a roped off section to ensure there's space for you and it's still a very comfortable lounge where you could kill some time or take a shower until they close (assuming this is still the case) after the last flight departs at or around 1/2 past midnight? After closing, before the pandemic, there had been a 24 hour PP where you could bridge the gap until the CX lounges open again at around 4:30 - 5 am? When alone, I've done this many times and actually quite enjoyed the experience, and even have had a few interesting conversations with fellow overnight HKG pax.
Originally Posted by
Zeeww
2. I have a travelling companion on the HKG to TPE flight next morning. Could he arrive at HKIA around the same time as NRT arrival, check in and join me in the lounge(s)? any complications on checking in late night the day before?
In my experience, no. CX has never had issues with when my flight departs, even when it's the next day. I'm assuming as long as your friend has a OW BP, he/she will be able to join you in the lounge.