What are the new passenger fuel surcharge amounts for Cathay Pacific's long-haul, mainland China, South Asia, and other routes effective August 1, and how do they compare to the previous levels?

Effective August 1, Cathay Pacific raised passenger fuel surcharges as follows: on long-haul routes (Hong Kong to North America, Europe, Middle East, and Africa), the surcharge increased 41% from HK$965 to HK$1,362 per sector; on flights to mainland China, it rose from HK$165 to HK$198; on South Asia routes, it increased from HK$448 to HK$633; and on other routes, it went up from HK$241 to HK$339. These adjustments mark the airline’s first surcharge increase since April and reverse a series of reductions implemented since May.

Why did Cathay Pacific raise its fuel surcharges, and what recent jet fuel price data did it cite to justify the move?

Cathay Pacific raised its fuel surcharges due to surging jet fuel prices driven by renewed Middle East tensions. The airline cited International Air Transport Association (IATA) data showing the global average jet fuel price climbed to $149.4 per barrel for the week ending July 17 — up sharply from $127.06 the previous week and $119.13 for the week ending July 3 — and stated it would continue reviewing and revising fuel surcharges every two weeks.

Cathay Pacific Raises Fuel Surcharges Amid Surging Jet Fuel Prices

Jul 23, 2026

Cathay Pacific will increase passenger and cargo fuel surcharges effective August 1 as jet fuel prices hit $149.4 per barrel amid Middle East tensions. The airline cited IATA data showing sharp weekly increases, marking the first hike since April.

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