Hong Kong-based airline, Cathay Pacific, has returned to the South Australian capital with seasonal non-stop return flights. These seasonal flights are operating three times a week through to 27 March 2026, connecting Hong Kong with the South Australian capital, Adelaide.
Connecting Asia and Australia
The first flight took off without issue from Hong Kong International Airport just before midnight yesterday (11 November) and arrived in Adelaide before half ten this morning.
Cathay Pacific’s new service reestablishes an important direct connection between these two vibrant and culturally diverse cities, supporting enhanced travel, trade and further links Asia and Australia.
Cathay Chief Customer and Commercial Officer Lavinia Lau said:
“We are delighted to return to Adelaide, a city we have a long history with having first launched flights in 1992. Adelaide is a dynamic city on the South Australia coast that offers visitors incredible culinary delights, world-renowned wines, stunning natural attractions, and much more. We look forward to welcoming customers onboard to experience our signature Cathay Pacific service, whether they are flying to this dynamic city, our home hub, or beyond.”
The Flight Schedule for Hong Kong to Adelaide Return
Hong Kong-Adelaide (11 November 2025 – 27 March 2026)
| Flight No. | Origin | Destination | Departure | Arrival | Days of Operation |
| CX173 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Adelaide (ADL) | 23:30 | 10:30+1 | Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday |
| CX174 | Adelaide (ADL) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 12:00 | 17:45 | Wednesday, Friday, Sunday |
Cathay Pacific now flies to six destinations in Australia, namely Adelaide, Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. Together with its flights to Auckland and Christchurch in New Zealand, the airline is operating close to 100 return flights per week to Oceania during the winter season.
Travellers will enjoy the comfort of Cathay Pacific’s state-of-the-art Airbus A3500-900 aircraft when flying between Hong Kong and Adelaide. The aircraft is equipped to deliver a premium experience in every cabin with fully flat beds in Business, spacious seats in Premium Economy and comfort in the airline’s award-winning Economy cabin.
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