Saturday, April 11, 2026-Cathay Pacific is set to reduce its flight schedule from mid-May to the end of June as a sharp rise in jet fuel prices continues to pressure global airlines.
The carrier says the decision reflects sustained cost increases linked to ongoing instability in the Middle East, which has disrupted fuel supply chains and driven operating expenses higher.
Under the plan, Cathay Pacific will cancel about 2% of its scheduled passenger flights between May 16 and June 30, while its low-cost subsidiary HK Express will cut around 6% of flights starting May 11.
Several routes will also remain suspended during this period, as the airline adjusts capacity to match rising costs and volatile demand conditions.
Despite the cuts, Cathay Pacific says it still intends to expand its overall capacity later in the year, depending on fuel price stability and geopolitical developments.
The move highlights the wider strain on the aviation industry, where airlines are increasingly forced to balance strong travel demand with rapidly escalating fuel expenses.
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