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Cathay Pacific excels on transpacific routes with refined cabins, strong wine programs, and one of Asia's best business class products.
Last updated 30 June 2026
Cathay Pacific scores 8.7/10 (safety 9.6/10), ranking #5 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: 1×23 kg economy international. Economy seat pitch: 32"; loyalty programme: Asia Miles / Marco Polo Club. Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below.
Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings:
Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Cathay Pacific — expand for the full matrix.
| Cabin baggage | Included — standard carry-on allowance applies |
|---|---|
| Checked baggage | 1×23 kg economy international |
| In-flight Wi-Fi | Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only |
| Economy seat pitch | 32" |
| Lounge access | Cathay Pacific lounges; oneworld Emerald |
| Changes & refunds | Flex fares allow changes; Light restricted |
| Loyalty programme | Asia Miles / Marco Polo Club |
Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Cathay Pacific.
| Cabin bag | 1 piece 56 × 36 × 23 cm + small item 40 × 30 × 15 cm · Up to 7 kg |
|---|---|
| Checked bag (economy) | Light 1 × 23 kg; Essential/Flex 2 × 23 kg |
| Checked bag (business) | 2 × 32 kg (First 3 × 32 kg) |
| Seat selection | Free on Essential/Flex; Light fares pay |
| Change fee | Varies by fare; flexible fares free, Light fees + fare difference |
76.78%
on time — Full year 2025 (arrivals within 15 min)
Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) — Asia-Pacific #7
Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — see our methodology.
IOSA-registered; Hong Kong CAD oversight
FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.6/10 — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status.
Tiers: Green, Silver, Gold, Diamond
Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived.
Cathay Pacific excels on transpacific routes with refined cabins, strong wine programs, and one of Asia's best business class products.
Key strengths: The Pier business lounge. Strong premium economy product. Excellent wine selection. Areas for improvement: HKG hub congestion at peak hours. Economy seat pitch varies by aircraft.
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Cathay Pacific scores 8.7/10 overall on FlightLogic (5-Star) — an editorial expert rating, not an aggregate of consumer reviews. Strengths include The Pier business lounge; Strong premium economy product.
Cathay Pacific scores 9.6/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance.
Cathay Pacific is a member of oneworld.
Cathay Pacific's primary hub is Hong Kong (HKG). The airline was founded in 1946 and operates approximately 180 aircraft.
