The Cathay Group adds Urumqi as its 20th passenger destination in the Chinese Mainland
Cathay Pacific is pleased to announce the launch of direct flights between Hong Kong and Urumqi starting 28 April 2025, further expanding its global network. The new four-times-weekly service will increase the Cathay Group’s combined passenger network in the Chinese Mainland to 20 destinations.
Cathay Pacific’s new Hong Kong-Urumqi route will be operated by the airline’s Airbus A330-300 aircraft, providing customers with comfortable Business and Economy cabins.
Flight schedules are as follows (all times local, subject to regulatory approval):
Hong Kong – Urumqi (28 April 2025)
| Flight No. | Origin | Destination | Departure | Arrival | Days of Operation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flight No. CX998 | Origin Hong Kong (HKG) | Destination Urumqi (URC) | Departure 01:30 | Arrival 07:00 | Days of Operation Monday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday |
Flight No. CX997 | Origin Urumqi (URC) | Destination Hong Kong (HKG) | Departure 10:15 | Arrival 15:20 | Days of Operation Monday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday |
*For the most up-to-date flight schedule information, we encourage your travellers to refer to Cathay Pacific’s website opens a new window. Please also note that the flight schedule is subject to change.