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Cathay Pacific Fare Classes — What Each Ticket Includes
Cathay Pacific Fare Classes — What Each Ticket Includes — Summary
Every Cathay Pacific fare brand compared: what is included, what is restricted, and which cheap fare ends up costing more once you add a bag.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Economy Light: Includes: A checked allowance and standard service.
- Economy Flex: Includes: Free changes, refundability and free seat selection.
- Business: Includes: A fully flat reverse-herringbone seat with direct aisle access, two checked pieces and lounge access.
- Cabins on board: Cathay Pacific operates: Economy, Premium Economy, Business, First Class..
Economy Light
Includes: A checked allowance and standard service. Watch out for: No changes, no refund, paid seat selection.
Economy Flex
Includes: Free changes, refundability and free seat selection. Watch out for: Priced above Light.
Business
Includes: A fully flat reverse-herringbone seat with direct aisle access, two checked pieces and lounge access. Watch out for: Cathay's Business seat is well regarded but has no privacy door.
Cabins on board
Cathay Pacific operates: Economy, Premium Economy, Business, First Class.
How fare choice affects baggage
One cabin bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) plus a personal item in Economy; two pieces in Business and First. US routes use the piece concept: two checked pieces of 23 kg in Economy, rising in premium cabins.
How fare choice affects changes
Light is non-changeable. Essential changes for a fee; Flex is free plus fare difference.
Cathay Pacific fare classes explained — common questions
What is the cheapest Cathay Pacific fare and what does it exclude?
Economy Light. Includes: A checked allowance and standard service. Restriction: No changes, no refund, paid seat selection.
Which Cathay Pacific fare includes a checked bag?
US routes use the piece concept: two checked pieces of 23 kg in Economy, rising in premium cabins.
More Cathay Pacific help
Booking Cathay Pacific? Talk to a US travel consultant.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.