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WED · 2026-03-18 · 03:37 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0318-25539
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Cathay extends Hong Kong to Middle East flight suspension until end of April

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.

Jeffie LamSouth China Morning PostFiled 2026-03-18 · 03:37 GMTLean · Center-RightRead · 1 min
Cathay extends Hong Kong to Middle East flight suspension until end of April
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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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The suspension has been extended multiple times.

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Cathay Pacific flights affected include those between Hong Kong and Dubai and Riyadh.

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All services between Hong Kong and the Middle East were first suspended on February 28.

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Cathay Pacific Airways has extended its suspension of all flights to and from the Middle East until the end of April.

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The initial suspension followed a joint United States-Israeli attack on Iran.

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Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways has extended its suspension of all flights to and from the Middle East until the end of April amid the ongoing conflict in the region.All services between Hong Kong and the Middle East were first suspended on February 28 following a joint United States-Israeli attack on Iran.Cathay Pacific flights affected include those between the city and Dubai in the United Arab Emirates and Riyadh in Saudi Arabia.The suspension has been extended multiple times. Last week, the airline said services would be cancelled until March 31.More to follow…
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