Transit without Same Ticket
Sep 7, 22, 1:44 am
#1
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Transit without Same Ticket
Looking to book a ticket from YVR to HKT through HKG.
The problem is, we'll have to book 2 separate tickets even though Cathay owns HK Express.
https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_...uirements.html
According to this, the tickets no longer have to be on same tickets, but not 100% sure. Any recent datapoints on transiting on separate tickets?
Also, does anyone know if Cathay will move luggage to Hong Kong express flights? Thank you!
The problem is, we'll have to book 2 separate tickets even though Cathay owns HK Express.
https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_...uirements.html
According to this, the tickets no longer have to be on same tickets, but not 100% sure. Any recent datapoints on transiting on separate tickets?
Also, does anyone know if Cathay will move luggage to Hong Kong express flights? Thank you!
Sep 7, 22, 2:45 am
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I don't think you'll be able to do this, as in you won't be allowed to board the flight to hk. They will view you as a HK bound pax, to do that you need to book a DQH hotel, and have preflight Covid testing in addition to completing various forms.
If the ticket isn't on one booking I don't think it will work, try calling and asking. Also the requirements to transit HK airport are listed online, they are very strictly enforced.
If the ticket isn't on one booking I don't think it will work, try calling and asking. Also the requirements to transit HK airport are listed online, they are very strictly enforced.
Sep 7, 22, 4:13 am
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Originally Posted by drivingflyingwalking
I don't think you'll be able to do this, as in you won't be allowed to board the flight to hk. They will view you as a HK bound pax, to do that you need to book a DQH hotel, and have preflight Covid testing in addition to completing various forms.
If the ticket isn't on one booking I don't think it will work, try calling and asking. Also the requirements to transit HK airport are listed online, they are very strictly enforced.
If the ticket isn't on one booking I don't think it will work, try calling and asking. Also the requirements to transit HK airport are listed online, they are very strictly enforced.
https://www.hongkongairport.com/en/i...638782054297-2
Cathay is generally very generous with interline baggage check through, but unfortunately I have no datapoints for CX > HK Express.
Sep 7, 22, 4:33 am
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Originally Posted by jaytw
Thats absolutely not true. OP is correct. as per the link they posted, Hong Kong no longer requires transit to be on a single booking. All that is required is that you hold a confirmed onward booking within 24hrs, have baggage checked through to the destination, and meet the entry requirements of the destination. Even the PCR requirement has been scrapped.
https://www.hongkongairport.com/en/i...638782054297-2
Cathay is generally very generous with interline baggage check through, but unfortunately I have no datapoints for CX > HK Express.
https://www.hongkongairport.com/en/i...638782054297-2
Cathay is generally very generous with interline baggage check through, but unfortunately I have no datapoints for CX > HK Express.
You face two problems
1. UO is basically a LCC of the CX group. You must make sure that CX will check your bags through. I do not know.
2. UO has periodically announced flights to HKT, then cancelled. Same for Thai. They now announced that they will restart on 25/9. Whether they actually do is a big question mark.
Sep 7, 22, 3:17 pm
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Originally Posted by bobu
Also, does anyone know if Cathay will move luggage to Hong Kong express flights? Thank you!
Originally Posted by jaytw
Cathay is generally very generous with interline baggage check through, but unfortunately I have no datapoints for CX > HK Express.
Originally Posted by brunos
You can transfer on two airlines provided your bags are checked through.
You face two problems
1. UO is basically a LCC of the CX group. You must make sure that CX will check your bags through. I do not know.
You face two problems
1. UO is basically a LCC of the CX group. You must make sure that CX will check your bags through. I do not know.
Code:
1AA/W/*CX$*UO
** AA - AMERICAN AIRLINES **
CX-160 CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS/CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS LTD
MAY ISSUE TICKETS INCLUDING
UO-128 HONG KONG EXPRESS
HONG KONG EXPRESS AIRWAYS LIMITED
MAY CHECK BAGGAGE TO
UO
Sep 8, 22, 5:51 am
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Originally Posted by bobu
Looking to book a ticket from YVR to HKT through HKG.
The problem is, we'll have to book 2 separate tickets even though Cathay owns HK Express.
https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_...uirements.html
According to this, the tickets no longer have to be on same tickets, but not 100% sure. Any recent datapoints on transiting on separate tickets?
Also, does anyone know if Cathay will move luggage to Hong Kong express flights? Thank you!
The problem is, we'll have to book 2 separate tickets even though Cathay owns HK Express.
https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_...uirements.html
According to this, the tickets no longer have to be on same tickets, but not 100% sure. Any recent datapoints on transiting on separate tickets?
Also, does anyone know if Cathay will move luggage to Hong Kong express flights? Thank you!
Sep 8, 22, 6:06 pm
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Originally Posted by brunos
Why can't you buy on a single ticket? CX is selling it.
Originally Posted by bobu
The only ones i see go through BKK.
Sep 9, 22, 5:07 am
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Originally Posted by bobu
oh yeah, weird. Unfortunately dates are set, so just gotta wait it out, thanks!
I believe that CX website will offer you the YVR-HKG-HKT and return on the dates that they are actually flying and transit is possible. Both segments only fly on some days of the week.
If you already have the tickets, I would double check that CX and UO are actually flying on those dates.
Sep 9, 22, 11:59 am
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Originally Posted by brunos
Maybe we could help you if you give the dates.
I believe that CX website will offer you the YVR-HKG-HKT and return on the dates that they are actually flying and transit is possible. Both segments only fly on some days of the week.
If you already have the tickets, I would double check that CX and UO are actually flying on those dates.
I believe that CX website will offer you the YVR-HKG-HKT and return on the dates that they are actually flying and transit is possible. Both segments only fly on some days of the week.
If you already have the tickets, I would double check that CX and UO are actually flying on those dates.
Sep 9, 22, 12:15 pm
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Indeed, CX does sell tickets with UO in October but not in November.
I would not advise you to buy two separate tickets. If UO does not operate, you will be in a poor position.
I would not advise you to buy two separate tickets. If UO does not operate, you will be in a poor position.
