When you sign up to become a Cathay member, you gain access to accuring points on our flights, called Asia Miles, in addition to gaining exclusive benefits and privileges that make travelling and daily life inbetween so much more rewarding.
Whether you’re flying to study abroad, returning home, or planning a getaway in between terms, we have you covered.
Our Light, Essential and Flex Economy faresOpen a new window offer you more choices and value.
Taking advantage of your term break? Travel light with our great-value fares.
Heading home ? Use this fare to receive an additional baggage allowance.
Moving abroad for the start of the academic year? Take complete control.
Category |
Light |
Essential |
Flex |
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Discounted fare access | Students receive access to an exclusive student fare using code CASTUDENT^ | ||
Cabin baggage | 1 piece, 7kg | 1 piece, 7kg | 1 piece, 7kg |
Standard checked baggage allowance | 1 piece, 23kg | 2 pieces, 23kg each | 2 pieces, 23kg each |
Student offer extra baggage allowance | 1 piece, 23kg+ | 1 piece, 23kg+ | |
Exclusive student change fees | USD 5O | USD 20 | Free |
Free seat pre-selection | - | ![]() |
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Free same-day earlier flight change | - | - | ![]() |
+ Checked luggage allowances are applicable to Cathay Pacific operated flights only. Baggage size and piece restrictions may apply.
^ Subject to availability.
* Only available From/To Canada
# Only available for selected fare categories.
Passengers who purchase a Cathay Pacific student fare ticket must present valid proof of their student identity, which includes a valid International Student Identity Card (ISIC), student visa, or other relevant documents issued by the education institution, such as an admission letter or acceptance confirmation, for verification when checking in at the airport. If passengers are unable to present the required proof of student status upon request, but wish to travel on the same flight, they will need to purchase a new non-student fare ticket, which is subject to seat availability. Passenger may apply for a refund on the fully or partially unused Student Fare ticket, subject to the applicable refund charges (if any).