No Layovers, No Limits: Cathay Pacific’s New Hong Kong–Seattle Route

Hong Kong to Seattle: Cathay Pacific Just Made Your Next Trip a Breeze. No Layovers, No Limits: Cathay Pacific’s New Hong Kong–Seattle Route.

No more stopovers. No more connecting flights. No more waiting in airports you never meant to visit. Cathay Pacific now offers the only non-stop flight between Hong Kong and Seattle. Long overdue? Absolutely. Five flights a week, direct to Washington State’s most exciting city. The first flight departed in style — a special-edition Airbus A350 in the famous lettuce leaf sandwich livery. That bold design helps celebrate 80 years of connecting Hong Kong to the world. Eight decades in, they’re still finding new adventures and routes.

Cathay’s Chief Customer Director, Lavinia Lau, said it best: “Seattle’s spirit of creativity and entrepreneurship mirrors Hong Kong energy.” Both cities buzz with tech, great food, and relentless momentum. This flight is more than a route — it’s a link between two cities that truly get each other. Cathay has invested over HK$100 billion into its fleet, lounges, cabins, and digital experience. That’s a lot of zeros — and it becomes obvious when onboard. Seattle, your final stop? Or just the beginning? Cathay’s network covers 100+ destinations worldwide. Hong Kong remains Asia’s great aviation hub, and this route proves it.

What’s the Flight Experience Like?

Cathay flies the Hong Kong–Seattle route on its gorgeous Airbus A350-900. One of the most passenger-friendly jets in the sky. Choose your adventure: Business Class: Enjoy fully flat beds, so you can actually sleep during your flight across the Pacific. Premium Economy: Spacious seats with extra legroom for a more comfortable journey. Economy Class: Award-winning comfort helps make long flights more enjoyable.

Ready to book? Seattle and Hong Kong are both waiting for you. Here are the flight schedules:

Summer 2026: 1 June – 15 September

Cathay Pacific is opening up North America in a big way this summer. Nine destinations. Close to 120 return flights a week. That’s a lot of options. The schedule runs from 1 June to 15 September 2026.

– Boston

– Chicago

– Dallas-Fort Worth

– Los Angeles

– New York

– San Francisco

– Seattle

– Toronto

– Vancouver

Whether you want the buzz of New York or the laid-back feel of Vancouver, there’s something for everyone.

Ready to start planning? Head to cathaypacific to explore routes, check schedules, and book your seat before summer fills up.