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ANA All Nippon Airways vs Cathay Pacific

Side-by-side policy and rating comparison — baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, lounges, and loyalty programmes.

Verdict

ANA All Nippon Airways scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.8/10 vs 8.7/10 for Cathay Pacific. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Comparison data last updated 6 July 2026

Policy comparison

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Policy ANA All Nippon Airways Cathay Pacific
Cabin baggage IncludedIncluded
Checked baggage 2×23 kg international economy1×23 kg economy international
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial (messaging/select routes)Partial (messaging/select routes)
Economy seat pitch 34"32"
Loyalty programme ANA Mileage ClubAsia Miles / Marco Polo Club
Lounge access ANA lounges; Star Alliance GoldCathay Pacific lounges; oneworld Emerald
Changes & refunds Flex allows changes; Value fares charge feeFlex fares allow changes; Light restricted

Individual profiles

Cathay Pacific

CX · Hong Kong

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 8.7/10

Editorial profiles

Japan · NH/ANA · #1 in this comparison

ANA All Nippon Airways

Inspiration of Japan

#5 Global 5-Star
8.8 / 10
Quick Answer

ANA All Nippon Airways scores 8.8/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.9/10), ranking #5 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is ANA All Nippon Airways a good airline?

ANA All Nippon Airways scores 8.8/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #5 globally with a safety score of 9.9/10. ANA delivers meticulous Japanese hospitality, exceptional punctuality, and industry-leading cleanliness across domestic and international networks. See full profile →

Overall 8.8 Excellent
Safety 9.9 Maximum Safety
Service 9.2 Cabin crew & ground
Value 8.3 Fare vs product
Star rating 5★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
9.2
Seat Comfort
8.8
Food & Beverage
8.9
In-Flight Entertainment
8.2
On-Time Performance
9.4
Value for Money
8.3

Key facts

Hub
Tokyo Haneda & Narita
Alliance
star alliance
Founded
1952
Fleet
220 aircraft
Region
asia pacific
IATA / ICAO
NH / ANA

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 2×23 kg international economy
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 34"
Lounge access ANA lounges; Star Alliance Gold
Changes & refunds Flex allows changes; Value fares charge fee
Loyalty programme ANA Mileage Club

Strengths

  • The Room business class
  • Exceptional on-time record
  • Premium Japanese dining

Weaknesses

  • Limited IFE on some domestic 737s
  • Narita vs Haneda confusion for transfers

Awards & recognition

  • World's Cleanest Airline
  • Best Airport Service Japan

Hong Kong · CX/CPA · #2 in this comparison

Cathay Pacific

Life Well Travelled

#3 Global 5-Star
8.7 / 10
Quick Answer

Cathay Pacific scores 8.7/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.6/10), ranking #3 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Cathay Pacific a good airline?

Cathay Pacific scores 8.7/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #3 globally with a safety score of 9.6/10. Cathay Pacific excels on transpacific routes with refined cabins, strong wine programs, and one of Asia's best business class products. See full profile →

Overall 8.7 Excellent
Safety 9.6 Maximum Safety
Service 9.0 Cabin crew & ground
Value 8.2 Fare vs product
Star rating 5★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
9.0
Seat Comfort
9.1
Food & Beverage
8.8
In-Flight Entertainment
8.5
On-Time Performance
8.7
Value for Money
8.2

Key facts

Hub
Hong Kong (HKG)
Alliance
oneworld
Founded
1946
Fleet
180 aircraft
Region
asia pacific
IATA / ICAO
CX / CPA

Passenger policies

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

Strengths

  • The Pier business lounge
  • Strong premium economy product
  • Excellent wine selection

Weaknesses

  • HKG hub congestion at peak hours
  • Economy seat pitch varies by aircraft

Awards & recognition

  • Best Economy Class Asia
  • Best Airline Lounge Hong Kong

FAQ

Which is better — ANA All Nippon Airways or Cathay Pacific?

ANA All Nippon Airways scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.8/10 vs 8.7/10 for Cathay Pacific. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Does ANA All Nippon Airways or Cathay Pacific include a carry-on bag?

ANA All Nippon Airways: Included. Cathay Pacific: Included.

Which has free Wi-Fi — ANA All Nippon Airways or Cathay Pacific?

ANA All Nippon Airways: Partial (messaging/select routes). Cathay Pacific: Partial (messaging/select routes).

Does ANA All Nippon Airways include checked baggage?

ANA All Nippon Airways checked baggage: 2×23 kg international economy.

Does Cathay Pacific include checked baggage?

Cathay Pacific checked baggage: 1×23 kg economy international.