Hong Kong Carriers Scale Back Services Due To Rising Jet Fuel Costs
Cathay Pacific and its subsidiary HK Express are reducing flights from mid-May through June 2026 due to soaring jet fuel prices. The carriers will cancel around 2% and 6% of their flights, respectively, with most cuts affecting regional routes. The decision comes after a sharp rise in global jet fuel prices, which doubled in just over a month. According to Cathay Pacific, the airline had tried other measures before resorting to capacity cuts, including adjusting fuel surcharges. The airline will offer alternative flights to affected passengers. This development was reported by AeroTime.