Cathay Pacific Review, Baggage Rules and Services
Everything you need to know — baggage allowances, cabin classes, routes, and why it is Asia's most respected full-service carrier.
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Cathay Pacific Airbus A350 in flight
Quick Facts
Key information about this airline at a glance
| Airline Name | Cathay Pacific Airways Limited |
| Founded | 1946 |
| Headquarters | Hong Kong, China |
| Alliance | oneworld |
| Fleet Size | ~240 aircraft |
| Destinations | 100+ worldwide |
| Airline Type | Full-Service (Luxury) |
| Annual Passengers | ~30 million |
| Hub Airport | Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) |
| Explorelio Rating | ⭐ 4.3 / 5 |
Airline Rating Breakdown
Explorelio scores based on passenger experience and industry data
Baggage Allowance
Cathay Pacific offers solid baggage allowances across all cabin classes. See our full airline comparison for a side-by-side view.
| Carry-on bag (all fares) | 56 × 36 × 23 cm |
| Weight limit | 7 kg Economy / 10 kg Business+ |
| Personal item | Laptop bag / handbag |
| Economy — 1 × 23 kg | Included |
| Premium Economy — 2 × 23 kg | Included |
| Business Class — 2 × 30 kg | Included |
| First Class — 3 × 30 kg | Included |
💡 Tip: Economy includes 1 × 23 kg on all fares. For the best connections across Asia, compare total prices on Expedia before booking.
Cabin Classes
Four cabin classes — from Economy to the award-winning Aria Suite Business Class
- 1 × 23 kg checked bag included
- Seat pitch: 79–84 cm
- StudioCX entertainment system
- Meals and drinks included
- 2 × 23 kg bags included
- 96 cm seat pitch
- Enhanced dining service
- Priority boarding and check-in
- 2 × 30 kg bags included
- Lie-flat bed, direct aisle access
- Premium dine-on-demand service
- The Wing lounge access (HKG)
Fleet Overview
A modern, predominantly widebody fleet. Compare with other carriers on our airline comparison page.
Boeing 777 on runway to landing
Route Network
Cathay Pacific connects 100+ destinations worldwide via its hub in Hong Kong. Check our destination guides and travel itineraries for trip ideas.
- London, Paris
- Frankfurt, Amsterdam
- Zurich, Madrid
- Milan, Manchester
- Tokyo, Seoul
- Bangkok, Singapore
- Sydney, Melbourne
- Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta
- Dubai, Doha
- Tel Aviv, Bahrain
- Johannesburg, Nairobi
- Cairo
- New York (JFK), Los Angeles
- San Francisco, Vancouver
- Chicago, Boston
- Toronto
Pros and Cons
- ⭐ Award-winning Aria Suite Business Class
- 🍽️ Excellent dine-on-demand service in premium cabins
- ✈️ Modern A350 and 777 fleet
- 🌏 Best Asian connectivity via Hong Kong hub
- 🏛️ The Wing lounge — one of Asia's finest airport lounges
- 💰 Premium pricing compared to budget alternatives
- 🔄 All routes connect via Hong Kong — adds travel time
- 🌍 Smaller network than Gulf carriers — see our airline comparison for alternatives
- 🎒 Economy baggage limited to 1 × 23 kg
- 🏙️ HKG hub can be congested during peak periods
Aircraft approaching Hong Kong International Airport
Compare Cathay Pacific With Other Airlines
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How to Book Cathay Pacific Flights
Find the Cheapest Fares
Fares include meals and baggage — compare prices across travel dates to find the best deal. Use Expedia to search alongside Singapore Airlines, ANA and other premium carriers. Also check our airline comparison page.