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Cathay Pacific has announced temporary flight cuts due to rising jet fuel costs linked to Middle East tensions. The airline will cancel about 2 per cent of passenger flights between May 16 and June 30, while its low-cost arm HK Express will reduce operations by around 6 per cent from May 11. Services to Dubai and Riyadh will remain suspended during this period. The move comes as fuel prices stay elevated amid global supply concerns. Despite the short-term adjustments, Cathay Pacific plans to resume full operations after June and continue its expansion, supported by strong demand for international travel.
Cathay Pacific Airways has announced a temporary reduction in flight operations due to rising jet fuel costs linked to ongoing tensions in the Middle East. Advertisement
The airline said it will cancel around 2 per cent of its scheduled passenger flights between May 16 and June 30, 2026. Its low-cost subsidiary, HK Express, will implement a larger cut of about 6 per cent starting May 11.
Cathay Pacific also confirmed that its passenger services to Dubai and Riyadh will remain suspended until the end of June. The adjustments are part of a short-term response to increased operating costs as fuel prices remain elevated.
The surge in jet fuel prices follows disruptions in global energy markets caused by geopolitical developments in the Middle East. Industry officials have indicated that supply constraints could persist for several months, even if key transit routes such as the Strait of Hormuz reopen.
Despite the temporary cuts, the airline has maintained its broader growth outlook. Earlier, Cathay Pacific had outlined plans to expand passenger capacity by 10 per cent in 2026, supported by strong demand for long-haul travel to destinations in North America, Europe and Australia.
The airline said it expects to resume full scheduled operations after June, with both Cathay Pacific and HK Express planning to restore services across their networks.
The development highlights the continued impact of global fuel price volatility on airline operations, particularly as carriers manage costs while responding to shifting travel demand.
Source: Reuters
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