Take advantage of exclusive fares, extra baggage allowance*1 and free changes to your booking with our student-only discount. Our student fares are available regardless of the purpose of your trip, such as study abroad or short-term travel.
Whether you’re flying to study abroad, returning home, or planning a getaway in between terms, travel lies at the heart of life as an overseas student. That’s why we’ve overhauled our student fares, so you can take advantage of exclusive prices, flexible booking options and extra baggage allowances*1 when travelling abroad.*2
It’s easy to book. All you have to do is enter code JPSTUDENT when searching for your flight to reveal our student fares and benefits.*3
*1 Only available for selected fare categories
*2 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).
*3 Subject to availability.
Taking advantage of your term break? Travel light with our great-value fares.
Heading home? Take advantage of our increased baggage allowance.
Embarking on your study abroad adventure? Take complete control over your booking.
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Economy Light |
Economy Essential |
Economy Flex |
Premium Economy*4 |
Business |
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Student fare discount | Up to 15% discount*5 | - | |||
Cabin baggage | 1 piece, 7kg | 1 piece, 7kg | 1 piece, 7kg | 1 piece, 7kg | 1 piece, 10kg |
Checked baggage*6 | 1 piece, 23kg | 2 pieces, 23kg each | 2 pieces, 23kg each | 2 pieces, 23kg each | 2 pieces, 32kg each |
Student fare checked baggage | - | + 1 extra piece (to US only), 23kg | + 1 extra piece (all destinations), 23kg | + 1 extra piece (all destinations), 23kg | + 1 extra piece (all destinations), 32kg |
Student fare flight changes | Exclusive rate of USD50 | Exclusive rate of USD20 | Free | Free | Free |
Student fare cancellations*7 | Short haul : USD150 Long haul : USD200 |
Short haul : USD100 Long haul : USD180 |
Short haul : USD80 Long haul : USD100 |
Short haul : USD80 Long haul : USD100 |
Short haul : USD80 Long haul : USD100 |
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Free same-day earlier flight change | - | - | ![]() |
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*4 Premium Economy and Business Class may not be available depending on the origin or destination.
*5 Discount rates vary depending on the destination. Student fares are subject to availability and may be more expensive than regular fares.
*6 Checked baggage allowances are applicable to Cathay Pacific operated flights only. Baggage size and piece restrictionsOpen a new window may apply.
*7 Short haul : Hong Kong, Taipei Kaohsiung Taichung, Chinese Mainland, Greater Bay Area, Sotheast Asia, South Asia Long haul : Middle East, Oceania, Europe, North America, Africa
Required documents: | Any one of the following :
You will be required to enter a number from one of the documents above, or if applicable, the issue date of other relevant documents issued by the education institution. Passengers who purchase a Cathay Pacific student fare ticket must present any one of the above document 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). |
Departure Period: | 1 April 2025 - 30 September 2026 |
Book by: | 30 September 2025 |
Travel type: | Return / One way*8 |
Discount code: | JPSTUDENT |
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Destinations: |
All cities where fares are displayed through the search are also eligible for this offer.*9 |
Meet and Assist Service | We understand this might be your first solo travel, as such, Cathay Pacific would like to offer you our Meet and Assist Service at the airport to ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey. Our welcoming staff will meet and greet you at the counter and provide assistance and guidance to the boarding gate. At transit and/or arrival terminal, travelers will be greeted and directed to the gate of the connecting flight or the immigration counter. This service can be requested thru "Manage booking" after you made a reservation. Please note that the request must be done at least 48 hours prior to departure. This service is only available on Cathay Pacific flights. This service may not be provided depending on a situation for the staff assignment on the day. |
*8 Premium Economy one-way fares are not available. One-way Business Class fares are available only to Tel Aviv, Doha and Johannesburg.
*9 The discount rate may vary when booking flights operated by carriers other than Cathay Pacific.
*10 Scheduled to launch operation on 16 June 2025.
*11 Scheduled to launch operation on 3 August 2025.
*12 Scheduled to launch operation on 5 June 2025.
See terms and conditions for complete details.
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