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Cathay Pacific to launch Barcelona-Hong Kong route

Cathay Pacific to launch Barcelona-Hong Kong route

14 January 2017 Airline News

Cathay Pacific is introducing a new four-times weekly seasonal service between Hong Kong and Barcelona from July 2nd, 2017, offering travellers an exciting getaway destination and directly linking two of the world’s most dynamic cities for the very first time.

Cathay Pacific signs codeshare deal with Air Canada

Cathay Pacific signs codeshare deal with Air Canada

3 January 2017 Airline News

Cathay Pacific and Air Canada have signed a strategic cooperation agreement. Passengers of both airlines will be able to book travel to their final destination on a single ticket with through-checked bags as well as enjoy reciprocal mileage accrual and redemption benefits. Tickets will go on sale next week for travel beginning January 19th.

Cathay Pacific expands UK connections for summer 2017

Cathay Pacific expands UK connections for summer 2017

16 December 2016 Airline News

On the back of strengthening demand for flights connecting Hong Kong and the United Kingdom, Cathay Pacific has announced that its current four-times-weekly service to Gatwick will become a daily operation from June 2017. In a further boost to the airline’s UK connectivity, Manchester will see the addition of a fifth weekly flight and become an all Airbus A350-900 operation in June.

Cathay Dragon takes to the skies for first time

Cathay Dragon takes to the skies for first time

22 November 2016 Airline News

Dragonair has officially been rebranded as Cathay Dragon, bringing the airline closer to Cathay Pacific in a launch that will provide customers with a more seamless travel experience across the airlines’ respective regional and international networks. At an unveiling ceremony at the newly-named Cathay Dragon House, the airline’s headquarters in Hong Kong, Cathay Dragon chief executive Algernon Yau said: “This is a momentous day in the history of Cathay Dragon and I am excited about the future of the airline and the fresh opportunities that our rebranding brings.

LATAM signs codeshare with Cathay Pacific

LATAM signs codeshare with Cathay Pacific

8 October 2016 Airline News

LATAM Airlines Brasil and Cathay Pacific Airways have entered into a codeshare agreement, offering passengers increased connectivity between South America and Asia. Both airlines are members of oneworld and this agreement further enhances the alliance.

Cathay Pacific launches direct Hong Kong flight from London Gatwick

Cathay Pacific launches direct Hong Kong flight from London Gatwick

2 September 2016 Airline News Tourism News

Cathay Pacific Airways today saw its first flight take off from London Gatwick to Hong Kong. The only non-stop service connecting Gatwick and Hong Kong, it will also be Cathay Pacific’s first long-haul route in the UK to feature the brand new Airbus 350-900 aircraft. Ideally placed to serve both leisure and business travellers, the new four-times weekly service will operate from Gatwick’s South Terminal.

Cathay Pacific unveils new business class lounge

Cathay Pacific unveils new business class lounge

21 May 2016 Airline News

Cathay Pacific Airways has previewed its new Business Class Lounge at The Pier at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), following a comprehensive refurbishment. Located adjacent to Gate 65 in the North West concourse of HKIA, the new Business Class Lounge occupies a space of 3,306 square metres, with seating for 550 people.