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Cathay Pacific Sees Passenger Growth Amid Global Challenges

4/18/2026

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Cathay Pacific Airways reported March passenger numbers rose year over year, despite challenges from the US-Israel war against Iran.
Cathay Pacific plans to restore all flights after June, but will reduce Cathay Pacific flights by 2% and HK Express by 6% from mid-May to end-June.
Passenger growth is tied to Art Basel, Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, and Easter travel.
Rising jet fuel prices create cost pressures for airlines globally.

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Cathay Pacific Airways reported March passenger numbers rose year over year, despite challenges from the US-Israel war against Iran.
Cathay Pacific plans to restore all flights after June, but will reduce Cathay Pacific flights by 2% and HK Express by 6% from mid-May to end-June.
Passenger growth is tied to Art Basel, Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, and Easter travel.
Rising jet fuel prices create cost pressures for airlines globally.