Doha, Qatar: Cathay Pacific Airways, Hong Kong's flagship airline, today celebrated the launch of its new service between Doha and Hong Kong. The first flight from Hong Kong touched down at Doha International Airport on March 30 and was welcomed with a traditional water canon salute.
Cathay Pacific offers an extensive network covering over 180 destinations via its Hong Kong hub. To celebrate the launch of this new service, the airline is offering a special introductory fare to passengers travelling from Qatar to all destinations beyond Hong Kong in the airline's international network. The introductory fare offer is available for sale for a limited period from 31 March to 30 April 2014 on Cathay Pacific operated flights only. Bookings can be made through the airline's official website at www.cathaypacific.com/qatar or Cathay Pacific's reservation office in Doha.
Cathay Pacific's new service between Doha and Hong Kong is operated by the airline's fleet of A330-300 aircraft featuring its award-winning Business Class, new Premium Economy and refreshed Economy Class.
Speaking at the first flight ceremony in Doha International Airport, Cathay Pacific's Country Manager Qatar and UAE, Brian Yuen said: "We are delighted to add Doha to our network and offer our passengers greater choice and convenience when travelling to Hong Kong and beyond. Our award winning in-flight products delivered by the world's best cabin crew will ensure our passengers arrive at their destination relaxed and refreshed."
Abdulaziz Al-Mass, Senior Manager, Public Relations and Communications at Doha International Airport said: "We celebrated Cathay Pacific's debut in Qatar with a water cannon salute and look forward to welcoming its passengers at Doha International Airport. The start of
Cathay Pacific's services to DIA underlines Qatar's ever-growing importance as an international transport hub and opens onward travel options for passengers to Asia and beyond. As we continue to announce year-on-year growth at the airport, this partnership is testament to our commitment to delivering a variety of travel options for all our passengers, as well as a seamless and hassle-free experience."
Cathay Pacific's new services between Doha and Hong Kong were the result of a strategic agreement with oneworld alliance partner, Qatar Airways. The new agreement will give customers of both airlines more opportunities to earn and redeem frequent flyer points or miles. Top-tier members from Cathay Pacific's The Marco Polo Club and Qatar Airways' The Privilege Club will enjoy reciprocal benefits when travelling on flights between Hong Kong and Qatar, including lounge access, extra baggage allowances, priority boarding and many other priority services
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The combined Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways schedule for Hong Kong (HKG)-Doha (DOH) from 30 March 2014 is as follows (all times local):
Routing | Flight No. | Departure | Arrival | Day of the week |
HKG-DOH | QR815 / CX 9201 | 0130 | 0540 | Daily |
HKG-DOH | *CX645 / QR 5800 | 1840 | 2250 | Daily |
DOH-HKG | *CX640 / QR 5801 | 0145 | 1440 | Daily |
DOH-HKG | QR816 / CX 9200 | 0740 | 2050 | Daily |
* Note: CX645 and CX640 are Cathay Pacific operated aircraft. The schedule may change without prior notice.
About Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific Airways is a Hong Kong-based airline offering scheduled passenger and cargo services to more than 180 destinations in Asia, North America, Australia, Europe and Africa, using a fleet of 140 wide-body aircraft. The airline offers exceptional service and world-beating products on the ground and in the air - including its multiple-award-winning long-haul Business Class. Cathay Pacific has made substantial investments to develop Hong Kong as one of the world's leading global transportation hubs.
Official website: www.cathaypacific.com/qatar
Reservations: +974 44328450
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Cathay Pacific:
Elise Zwein, Action Qatar
Tel: +974 44361499
Email: elise.z@actionprgroup.com
Tammy Gray
Marketing Executive
Cathay Pacific Airways Limited
Tel: +971 4 204 2803
E-mail: tammy_gray@cathaypacific.com
Website: www.cathaypacific.com
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