In a flamboyant display of ambition and aviation savoir‑faire, Hong Kong Airlines took centre‑stage yesterday, launching its inaugural flight between the vibrant metropolis of Hong Kong and the sun‑drenched shores of Sydney. This eye‑catching milestone solidifies the carrier’s ascent on the global stage, and slap‑bang in a fiercely competitive aviation arena.

Against a backdrop of festive

Cathay Pacific has launched its first route between Hong Kong and Munich as part of the airline's European expansion.

The Hong Kong-based carrier is operating services to the Bavarian capital for the first time with four weekly flights in each direction, using Airbus A350-900 aircraft fitted with business, premium economy and economy cabins.

Earlier this month, Cathay relaunched

AirAsia introduced its latest fifth freedom route on 1 June, connecting Bangkok (DMK) – Hong Kong – Okinawa, marking the airline’s first route to Japan with a stop in Hong Kong.

AirAsia, in collaboration with the Okinawa Prefectural Government and Hong Kong International Airport, hosted a special celebration at the boarding gate to introduce the new route, which gives the airline full

In the mood for sunshine, spectacle and a fair whack of splash? Hong Kong has rolled out the beach towel and cracked open the party esky – this summer, it’s going all-in with “Hong Kong Summer Viva 2025”, and you’re very much on the VIP guest list.

Few cities can throw a celebration quite like Hong Kong. From the fragrant shores of Sai Kung to the floodlit stages of Disneyland, the city

The boats are fierce, the drums are loud, and the energy is electric — Hong Kong’s Dragon Boat Festival is back, 7 to 8 June, in spectacular style.

Each year, this high-adrenaline celebration draws elite paddlers worldwide to compete in one of the city’s most anticipated summer events. The 2025 Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races are jointly organised by the Hong Kong Tourism

 A Youth Travel Zone will be introduced at ITE Hong Kong 2025 from 12 to 15 June at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) event venue.

The “Youth Travel Zone” or VolTra Market will have stalls showcasing the multifaceted connections between travel, culture, creativity, and lifestyle. The VolTra Market will offer visitors an inspiring experience to reimagine the

Cathay Pacific celebrated the launch of a direct passenger service between Hong Kong and Urumqi on Monday, 28 April that expands the Cathay Group’s network in the Chinese Mainland to 20 destinations. 

The new four-times-weekly return service connects the airline’s customers from Hong Kong and beyond with an important Belt and Road hub in Northwestern China, solidifying Hong Kong’s

HK Express Airways has officially inaugurated its new direct route between Hong Kong and Komatsu Airport (KMQ) in Japan’s Ishikawa Prefecture. The service operates three times weekly and significantly improves access to the Hokuriku region by eliminating the need for connecting flights via Tokyo. The flight duration is approximately four hours.

This new route marks HK Express’s third Japan

Thai AirAsia introduces daily Bangkok–Hong Kong–Okinawa service under Fifth Freedom rights, expanding regional connectivity and travel convenience.

Thai AirAsia expands its international network under the Fifth Freedom Right by launching its latest route connecting Bangkok (Don Mueang), Hong Kong and Okinawa, Japan.

This marks the first time Thai AirAsia is operating a Fifth

HK Express Airways (HK Express) officially resumed its direct flights connecting Hong Kong with Ishigaki, Japan, and Nha Trang, Vietnam. The airline now operates daily flights to Ishigaki Airport (ISG) and four weekly flights to Cam Ranh International Airport (CXR). Travellers can flexibly arrange “Open-Jaw” trips to freely explore 13 destinations in Japan and 4 in Vietnam, making every journey

Hong Kong will increase its Air Passenger Departure Tax on 1 October 2025 from HKD120 to HKD200, 20 years after it last increased the tax.

The Hong Kong SAR Government said the new tax rate will apply to air tickets purchased on or after 1 October, generating an estimated annual increase of HKD1.6 billion.

“Under the Air Passenger Departure Tax Ordinance (Cap 140) (APDT Ordinance),

The Cathay Group will boost flights between Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland this summer, providing close to 300 weekly return flights during the peak season.

In a press statement released over the weekend, the airline noted it would increase flights, strengthen direct services between Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland cities, and cater to the growing demand for two-way travel between

A three-runway system at Hong Kong International Airport will become operational on November 28, giving a boost to the city's aviation industry, a local official said on Tuesday.

The new system will allow the airport to serve 120 million passenger flights and 10 million tons of cargo annually, said Michael Wong, deputy financial secretary of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region

Cathay Pacific has expanded its free Wi-Fi service for business class passengers on all connected aircraft.

The airline is providing free Wi-Fi to first class passengers from 2022 and following a successful trial, customers business class will also receive this free service.

Over 90% of Cathay Pacific's fleet is equipped with Wi-Fi, including all long-haul aircraft. The entire

In a survey of its loyal customers, Cathay Pacific asked passengers whether they would be willing to have their own cutlery on business class flights.

Cathay is exploring unconventional initiatives to improve its sustainability. The airline proposed green initiatives for business class passengers in a questionnaire addressed to loyalty program customers on the Cathay Lab platform.

Passengers

Hong Kong implemented the controversial Article 23: National Security Protection Ordinance, which led the UK, Australia and Taiwan to issue special travel warnings administrative region.

The law targets crimes such as treason, sedition, illegal disclosure of state secrets and external interference jeopardizing national security. It was proposed in 2003 and shelved due to widespread protests.

The future of luxury air travel may be in jeopardy.

A scenario laid out in a recent Bloomberg.com article suggests that reducing weight and increasing the number of passengers per flight are key factors for airlines in achieving decarbonization.

Could this move all airline operators to a new model, much like the low-cost carrier (LCC) model?

A huge amount of work is

Celebrate this winter in Hong Kong and enjoy the city's exceptional festive atmosphere! From 24 November 2023 to 1 January 2024, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) will resume the annual "Hong Kong WinterFest". One of the highlights of WinterFest is the all-new Winter Harbor Waterfront Pyrotechnics, which will decorate Hong Kong's skyline with festive symbols for three consecutive weekends and the

Carrying out the charm of Hong Kong as a tourist destination through captivating films and entertaining television programs has long been one of the promotional strategies of the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) .

Teaming up with CJ ENM, Asia's leading entertainment company, HKTB presents the microfilm series "Hong Kong Through the Lens" by Asian directors, featuring renowned directors from

Hotels in Hong Kong are recognized as the best in the world. The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) congratulates Rosewood Hong Kong and The Upper House for being ranked second and fourth respectively in the inaugural World's 50 Best Hotels 2023, with Rosewood Hong Kong also named Asia's Best Hotel. This makes Hong Kong the only city in the world to have two hotels in the top five, and demonstrates