Originally Posted by QRC3288

I think your question is well intentioned, but maybe starting from a false premise. I've taken both flights scores of times, maybe 10x each or more, and I never had the feeling one was primary over the other. In fact LAX staff frequently shuffle people between the two to manage op ups and other things. I've also had a long delay on both flights, due to tech issues.

I take CX883 when I want to get out of dodge and CX881 when I want a dinner in LAX before flying back. Both get HKG in time for the morning connections bank, and I have reasons for wanting to take either when I'm just flying to HKG.

Obviously CX882 has a long time on the ground due to afternoon arrival, while CX880 performs a turnaround at LAX. But I have seen a delayed CX880 cause both CX883 and CX881 to be delayed in separate instances. What I think it means is I suspect in the very unlikely event CX880 is delayed (it is quite a predictable long haul flight), a decision is made by CX control which return flight to delay based on loads, crew issues, and no doubt other factors etc. It isn't some rule based decision "always delay CX883" or "always delay CX881". They have some flexibility there and like I said I've seen them switch the rotation for a delay. Maybe the fact you have 6 cash seats in F will protect your flight. Honestly I think it's a strong factor, although there are many other factors you can't see..

I think you're looking for a little control over something where it might not exist . Sounds similar to my marriage.

Congratulations btw!