Cathay Pacific makes the Madrid-Hong Kong route daily and consolidates the Spanish hub towards Asia

Logistics and Air Transport

Premium airline Cathay Pacific will operate a daily direct flight between Madrid and Hong Kong starting October 25, 2026. This increase in frequencies aims to consolidate the Spanish capital as a key logistics and passenger hub for the Asia-Pacific region, coinciding with its tenth anniversary in Spain.

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The airline based in Hong Kong, Cathay Pacific, has announced a significant reinforcement of its operations in EspañaStarting October 25, 2026, the company will offer daily, direct flights between Madrid y Hong Kongconsolidating the capital as a strategic gateway for business and tourism to the region of Asia-Pacífico.

This important milestone coincides with the celebration of the company's ten years of operations in España And the Group's 80th anniversary globally represents a key step in the airline's strategy to strengthen connectivity between Europa y Asia.

A strategic boost for connectivity with Asia-Pacific

With the addition of three new weekly flights on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays, Cathay Pacific This will complement its current service, which already covers Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. In this way, the route between Madrid y Hong Kong becomes the The only nonstop connection with daily serviceoffering unprecedented flexibility for passenger and cargo traffic.

El Aeropuerto Internacional de Hong Kong (HKIAAirport, one of the world's most advanced and award-winning aviation hubs, acts as a crucial distribution center. From there, passengers and goods from Madrid They can connect quickly to the airline's extensive network of destinations in China continental, Japón, Corea del SurSoutheast Asia and Australia.

Operational details and schedules for the new daily frequency

The new schedule for the 2026/2027 winter season, running from October 25, 2026, to March 27, 2027, has been designed to optimize connections and meet the needs of business travelers. The airline has advised that while the schedule is firm, it is subject to change. The following direct flights will operate daily:

Ruta	Flight	Days of Operation	Departure time	Check In
Madrid (MAD) – Hong Kong (HKG)	CX298	Monday, Thursday, Saturday	22:30	18:15 (+1)
Madrid (MAD) – Hong Kong (HKG)	CX372	Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday	11:25	06:50 (+1)
Hong Kong (HKG) - Madrid (MAD)	CX297	Monday, Thursday, Saturday	12:35	20:30
Hong Kong (HKG) - Madrid (MAD)	CX315	Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday	00:45	08:30

A premium flight experience for the business traveler

The route will be operated exclusively with the latest generation model Airbus A350-900This aircraft is configured with three classes to meet the different demands of the market: Business class, with seats that convert into fully reclining beds and direct access to the aisle; Premium Economy Classwhich offers greater spaciousness and additional legroom; and the Economy Class, recognized in the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards as the best in the world for its comfort and ergonomics.

All cabins are equipped with a state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment system, Wi-Fi connectivity, and a carefully curated culinary selection. As a premium airline and founding member of the global alliance oneworld, Cathay Pacific With this expansion, it reaffirms its commitment to the Spanish market, facilitating access to the main business centers of Asia.

Key points and frequently asked questions about the Madrid-Hong Kong route

What impact will Cathay Pacific's new daily service have on Spanish companies?

For Spanish companies, daily operations represent a substantial improvement in logistics and corporate travel flexibilityIt allows for more agile planning of cargo shipments and executive travel, reduces waiting times and optimizes supply chains with the Asian market, by guaranteeing a direct and reliable connection every day of the week.

How does this route improve freight logistics between Spain and Asia?

The increase in the frequency of passenger flights, operated by the Airbus A350-900, significantly increases the cargo capacity in the hold (belly cargo) available. This is crucial for sectors such as pharmaceuticals, technology, textiles, or high-value perishables, which depend on fast and regular air transport. The division Cathay Cargo It benefits directly, offering more options for export and import.

What advantages does the Hong Kong hub offer for connecting with other Asian markets?

El Aeropuerto Internacional de Hong Kong (HKIAIt is one of the most efficient in the world for scale. From there, Spanish companies can access the dense network of Cathay Pacificconnecting in a few hours with the main financial and production centers of Asia-PacíficoThis simplifies the management of multi-destination trips and makes it easier to... Madrid at a more strategic point of origin for operations on the continent.