CNY to HKD Exchange Rate Today
Convert Chinese Yuan to Hong Kong Dollars with live CNY/HKD rates for cross-border shopping, Shenzhen-HK business, or Greater Bay Area investments.
1000 CNY =
1,169.08HKD
1 HKD = 0.8554 CNY
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CNY to HKD conversion table
Common amounts at the current mid-market rate of 1 CNY = 1.17 HKD.
Mid-market rate — the midpoint banks trade at, before any provider adds a margin. What you actually receive is below.
What you actually get for 1,000 CNY
Nobody converts at the mid-market rate. At 1 CNY = 1.17 HKD, a perfect conversion of 1,000 CNY would be 1,169 HKD. Here is what 5 services would really send, fee and exchange-rate margin included.
On 1,000 CNY, the gap between the best and worst option here is 27.86 HKD — the same money, converted on the same day. That difference is the fee plus the margin each service builds into its rate, and it is the only part of this page you can do anything about. How exchange-rate markups work.
Typical pricing for a bank-funded transfer, not a live quote — promotional offers and payment method can change it. Check the provider before sending. Rows marked est. use the provider's general figure, and CNY est. one measured for CNY sends but not for HKD specifically. Neither is ranked cheapest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current CNY to HKD exchange rate?
The Chinese Yuan to Hong Kong Dollar rate typically ranges between HK$1.08-1.12 per ¥1 CNY. Since HKD is pegged to USD and yuan is managed against USD, CNY/HKD indirectly reflects China's currency management. The rate is relatively stable, fluctuating mainly when PBOC adjusts yuan's USD peg.
Why is CNY/HKD important for cross-border trade?
Over 7 million mainland Chinese visit Hong Kong annually for shopping, dining, and business. Hong Kong serves as gateway for Chinese companies going global and foreign firms entering China. Shenzhen-Hong Kong border sees massive daily flows. Greater Bay Area integration (Guangdong-HK-Macau) makes this one of Asia's most traded pairs.
What's the best way to convert CNY to HKD?
Use Hong Kong banks like HSBC or Bank of China (Hong Kong) for best rates, Shenzhen or Guangzhou money changers near borders, Alipay or WeChat Pay (increasingly accepted in Hong Kong), or withdraw from Hong Kong ATMs with UnionPay cards. Many Hong Kong shops accept yuan directly, though rate may be less favorable.
Can I use Chinese Yuan in Hong Kong?
Partially. Major retailers, hotels, and tourist areas accept yuan, but you'll get better value converting to HKD. Transportation (MTR, buses) requires HKD or Octopus card. Restaurants and small shops prefer HKD. For business meetings or property deals, HKD is standard despite growing yuan internationalization.
When should I convert Yuan to HK Dollars?
Timing matters less than with volatile pairs, since the rate is relatively stable. Convert based on convenience and fees rather than rate speculation. For regular Shenzhen-HK commuters, keep funds in both currencies. For property purchases, monitor PBOC policy and Greater Bay Area development announcements.
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