Hong Kong International Airport has announced plans to build a major mixed-use complex called Skycity adjacent to Terminal 2. The development will span approximately 668,000 square meters and will include a large hotel—expected to offer between 450 and 750 rooms—along with extensive retail, dining and entertainment facilities.
Jack So, chairman of the Hong Kong Airport Authority, described the project as a new kind of destination that exceeds the traditional mall concept. He said Skycity, located directly beside the airport, is intended to capture opportunities in both tourism and business while also serving as a lively lifestyle and family-entertainment hub for local residents and visitors.
When completed, Skycity is projected to serve around 70 million passengers and local visitors each year. Passenger traffic at Hong Kong International Airport is forecast to rise beyond 100 million by 2030, supported by several major infrastructure projects: the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge, the planned Tuen Mun–Chek Lap Kok underwater tunnel, and the airport’s three-runway system.
The development will be delivered in phases. Phase 1 focuses on opening the hotel and approximately 195,000 square meters of retail, dining and entertainment space, with completion targeted for 2020. Subsequent phases will expand amenities and connectivity to integrate Skycity more fully with airport operations and surrounding transport links.
Skycity aims to offer a mix of accommodation options, varied shopping and dining experiences, and family-oriented attractions, designed to appeal to both transit passengers and local residents. Its proximity to Terminal 2 will make it convenient for travelers with layovers or early departures, while the scale of the retail and leisure components is intended to draw visitors specifically to Skycity as a destination in its own right.
Beyond commercial benefits, the project is positioned to support Hong Kong’s broader tourism and business strategy by providing new venues for events, conferences and leisure activities. The combination of hotel capacity and entertainment offerings is expected to strengthen the airport area’s role as a regional hub for travel and commerce.
Construction and planning will continue alongside regional transport upgrades, ensuring that Skycity connects efficiently to major access routes. As the airport and surrounding infrastructure expand, Skycity is expected to play a central part in accommodating growing passenger numbers and enhancing the overall visitor experience at Hong Kong International Airport.