Cathay returns to Rome with direct flights

Cathay Pacific has launched non-stop flight between Hong Kong and Rome with the  seasonal service marking the fourth new destination to join Cathay Pacific’s global network so far in 2025, as the Cathay Group nears 100 passenger destinations around the world. So far this year, Cathay Pacific has launched new passenger services to four destinations, including Hyderabad, Dallas-Fort Worth, Urumqi and now Rome. Meanwhile, low-cost carrier HK Express has launched services to Sendai, Nha Trang, Ishigaki, Komatsu, Changzhou and Yiwu already in 2025.2 Cathay Chief Customer and Commercial Officer Lavinia Lau said: “Rome has long been an important destination for Cathay Pacific and a popular one among our customers. We first launched flights to the city in 1986 and we are thrilled to be back once again connecting our home, Hong Kong, with the Eternal City. We look forward to welcoming customers onboard with our signature Cathay Pacific service. “In addition to Rome, we will also be launching flights to Munich and Brussels this summer. In total, we will be operating close to 100 return flights per week to 12 European destinations, providing our customers with even greater connectivity between Hong Kong and this important region.” Operating three times per week on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Cathay Pacific’s new Hong Kong-Rome service will be operated by one of the most modern and fuel-efficient aircraft in the airline’s fleet, the Airbus A350-900 aircraft, offering 38 flat-bed seats in Business, 28 seats in Premium Economy and 214 in Economy. Hong Kong-Rome (5 June-25 October 2025): Flight No. Origin Destination Departure Arrival Days of Operation CX293 Hong Kong (HKG) Rome (FCO) 00:30 07:35 Monday, Thursday, Saturday CX292 Rome (FCO) Hong Kong (HKG) 13:00 06:30+1 Monday, Thursday, Saturday Rome is Cathay Pacific’s second destination in Italy, joining the airline’s existing daily return flights to Milan. The airline also operates flights to Amsterdam, Barcelona, Frankfurt, London Heathrow, Madrid, Manchester, Paris and Zurich in Europe. HK Express launches new routes to Cheongju and Daegu in Korea (PHOTO: HK Express) HK Express Airways (HK Express) has officially launched its new routes to Cheongju International Airport (CJJ) and Daegu International Airport (TAE) in Korea, with operations commencing on 5 June and 6 June 2025 respectively! With seven weekly round-trip flights to these two destinations, travellers can now dive deep into central and south-eastern Korea—Gotta Go explore new horizons! HK Express Chief Commercial Officer KK Ong said: “Korea is a cornerstone of HK Express’ Northeast Asia network. With the addition of Cheongju and Daegu, we are now the only airline in the Greater Bay Area offering direct flights to five major Korean cities (Seoul, Busan, Jeju, Cheongju, and Daegu), with up to 47 round-trip flights. This gives travellers unmatched flexibility to mix and match their itineraries for a more dynamic travel experience.” He added: “As part of the Cathay Group, HK Express is committed to showcasing Korea’s hidden gems to the world through our expansive network while offering travellers a uniquely Korean adventure.” To celebrate the new routes, HK Express has teamed-up with popular global character IP – “JOGUMAN”, to launch a special “JOGUMAN meets HK Express GOTTA GO YOUR WAY”-themed merchandise collection. Through JOGUMAN characters, HK Express brand’s philosophy of “daring to be different” is perfectly interpreted. Passengers on the inaugural flights to Cheongju and Daegu on 5 and 6 June will receive special “JOGUMAN meets HK Express GOTTA GO YOUR WAY” souvenirs. Additionally, a curated lineup of “JOGUMAN meets HK Express GOTTA GO YOUR WAY” Special Edition items—including versatile tote bags, lightweight eco bag sets, adorable plush keyring buddies—will be available onboard all HK Express flights and online (Cathay Shop) from mid-June, accompanying travellers across the airline’s Asian destinations. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Kay Rolland at [email protected]