Cathay Pacific Airways – Overview
Cathay Pacific Airways is the flag carrier of Hong Kong, well-known for its premium in-flight service, world-class safety standards, and strong connectivity across Asia, Europe, North America, and Australia. It is a five-star airline (Skytrax rating) and is considered one of the best carriers for comfort and hospitality.
Founded in 1946 by American Roy Farrell and Australian Sydney de Kantzow, the airline has grown into a global aviation brand with a strong reputation for punctuality, service excellence, and innovative offerings.
Cathay Pacific in India
Cathay Pacific has been flying to India for decades, making it a major link between Indian cities and Hong Kong, with further connections to other parts of the world. It operates both Cathay Pacific (full-service) and Cathay Dragon (regional service, now integrated into Cathay Pacific).
Key Indian Destinations Served
Delhi (DEL) – Indira Gandhi International Airport
Mumbai (BOM) – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
Bengaluru (BLR) – Kempegowda International Airport (seasonal or limited services)
Chennai (MAA) – Chennai International Airport (earlier via Cathay Dragon)
Flight Connectivity
From India to Hong Kong – Non-stop flights from Mumbai and Delhi.
Beyond Hong Kong – Access to destinations in Japan, China, USA (Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco), Canada (Toronto, Vancouver), Australia, and Europe.
Codeshare agreements with airlines like Air India, Vistara, and Qatar Airways for extended network.
Fleet
Cathay Pacific operates a modern, fuel-efficient fleet including:
Airbus A350-900 / A350-1000 – Long-haul international routes
Boeing 777-300ER – Long-haul and high-capacity routes
Airbus A321neo – Regional Asia services
Cabin Classes
First Class – Luxurious private suites with fine dining, large lie-flat beds, and personalized service.
Business Class – Fully flat seats, direct aisle access, premium meals, and lounge access.
Premium Economy – Wider seats, extra legroom, and priority services.
Economy Class – Comfortable seating with personal entertainment screens.
In-Flight Services
Entertainment – “StudioCX” system with hundreds of movies, TV shows, games, and music.
Dining – Asian and Western menu options, with special dietary meals on request.
Wi-Fi – Available on most long-haul flights.
Duty-Free Shopping – Wide selection of products.
Frequent Flyer Program
Marco Polo Club – Tier-based membership (Green, Silver, Gold, Diamond) with privileges like extra baggage, priority check-in, and lounge access.
Asia Miles – Reward points program for flights, hotels, dining, and shopping.
Special Highlights
Award-Winning Airline – Multiple “World’s Best Airline” awards from Skytrax.
Sustainability Initiatives – Focus on reducing carbon emissions and promoting biofuels.
Excellent Safety Record – Consistently ranked among the world’s safest airlines.
Contact in India
Delhi Office – Indira Gandhi International Airport, Terminal 3
Mumbai Office – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Terminal 2
Customer Care – Available via website and call center for bookings, changes, and assistance.
