Cathay extends Hong Kong to Middle East flight suspension until end of April

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Jeffie LamMarch 18, 2026 at 04:37 AM

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Cathay Pacific Airways has prolonged its suspension of all flights between Hong Kong and the Middle East until the end of April due to the ongoing regional conflict. The initial suspension, impacting flights to and from cities like Dubai and Riyadh, began on February 28 after a joint United States-Israeli attack on Iran. This extension marks a continuation of previous cancellations, with the airline last week announcing a suspension until March 31. The airline cites the unstable situation in the Middle East as the reason for the continued disruption to its flight schedule. Passengers are advised to check for updates as the situation develops.

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Middle East

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