Cathay Pacific has unveiled plans to return to the US tech hub Seattle, making it the ninth North American city to which the Hong Kong flag carrier flies.
On September 9, 2025, Cathay Pacific announced that non-stop flights to Seattle would begin from March 30, 2026, with five flights between Hong Kong and the US city scheduled each week.
Cathay noted Seattle’s vibrancy and strong tech-industry links, which include both Microsoft and Amazon being headquartered there.
Cathay CCO Lavinia Lau said: “We are excited to resume direct passenger flights to Seattle, reinforcing our goal to deepen business and cultural ties between Hong Kong and a dynamic tech hub in the United States. This route not only provides greater convenience for our customers but also supports the growing demand for connectivity between Asia and North America, particularly among travelers from the Chinese Mainland and India.”
The Hong Kong-Seattle service will be operated using Cathay Pacific’s Airbus A350-900 aircraft, which include fully flat beds in business class and premium economy seating.
Cathay’s North American schedule for 2026 now includes Seattle, Boston, Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Toronto and Vancouver.
“Customers can immerse themselves in Seattle’s thriving tech scene, lush greenery and rich cultural offerings, while those travelling to Hong Kong and through our home hub can connect to more than 100 destinations around the world through the Cathay Group’s network,” Lau added.
Flights to Seattle will fly out on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, returning later on the same day.
Cathay is also increasing its direct passenger flights between Hong Kong and Dallas-Fort Worth Airport (DFW).
The service to Seattle launched in April 2025 with four flights a week, but from October 26, 2025, it will become daily.
