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    Online exclusive benefit!
    Save on Essential & Flex fares

    Need extra baggage? Prefer to choose your seat in advance for free?

    Enjoy discounted return fares in Essential & Flex brand on Economy class and fly to popular destinations such as Bangkok, Sydney or Bali!

    Best Economy Class, More Benefits

    Enjoy the perks of Essential & Flex with our exclusive online deals brand

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    Booking period

    27 May 2025 

    - 31 August 2025

    Travel period^

    27 May 2025 -

    31 December 2025

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    Top destinations#
    • Southeast Asia: Denpasar(Bali), Phuket, Singapore, Bangkok*, Jakarta, Surabaya, Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Surabaya, Cebu, Manila, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh
    • Southwest Pacific: Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Auckland
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    Cabin and itinerary
    • Essential & Flex brand on Economy class 
    • Round trip

    * Discount is not applicable for Light brand.

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    Recommended for:
    • Those traveling with kids and want complimentary 2 checked bags + advance seat selection and more.
    • Those flying long-haul and value flexible date changes and more.

     

    # Discounted real-time fares are automatically displayed when searching for flights.
    # To apply the discount to Bangkok, you must search as BKK (discount does not apply to DMK). Terms and conditions apply.

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    ① Special Essential & Flex fares by destination^

    ^ Discount amounts vary by destination, and the discounted fares are automatically reflected when you search for flights. The displayed fares are inclusive of taxes as of 10 June, and may be subject to change.

    ② Overview of Economy Essential & Flex fare benefits

     

      Light Essential Flex
    Cabbin baggage(7kg) IYK IYK IYK
    Checked baggage(23kg) IYK IYK IYK
    Free seat pre-selection   IYKRegular seats IYKExtra legroom                               seats
    Free flight changes      IYK
    Earn status points and miles IYK IYK IYK
    Upgrade with miles   IYK IYK
    Standby for earlier flight     IYK

    ③ Save with Essential & Flex 

    ④ Essential & Flex fare benefits by destination

    Southeast Asia: Fly smart and save with Essential or Flex

    Planning a family trip or a month-long escape in Southeast Asia?
    Start your journey stress-free with an Essential or Flex fare. Enjoy two free pieces of checked baggage for family travel, free advance seat selection and free itinerary changes, plus much more besides. You'll have all the essential travel benefits without any hassle.

    [Essential] Bangkok

    KRW498,500*~

    KRW452,300*~

    Book now

    [Essential] Bali

    KRW501,900*~

    KRW458,400*~

    Book now

    [Essential] Jakarta

    KRW483,300*~

    KRW439,800*~

    Book now

    [Essential] Singapore

    KRW530,100*~

    KRW486,600*~

    Book now

    Southwest Pacific: Fly smart and save with Essential or Flex

    Are you going on a long trip to Australia for the vacation or a Working holiday?
    With the Essential or Flex fare, enjoy extra baggage and spacious seating — perfect for studying abroad, a working holiday, or an extended getaway to Australia or New Zealand. Pack everything you need for the journey ahead, and travel with comfort and peace of mind.

    [Essential] Sydney

    KRW1,190,200*~

    KRW1,118,900*~

    Book now

    [Essential] Melbourne

    KRW1,181,000*~

    KRW1,109,700*~

    Book now

    [Essential] Perth

    KRW1,158,200*~

    KRW1,086,900*~

    Book now

    [Essential] Auckland

    KRW1,172,500*~

    KRW1,101,200*~

    Book now

    * The stated lowest fare is based on the lowest available price as of 10 June 2025, and is subject to change.

     

    1. This promotion (“Promotion”) is offered by Cathay Pacific Airways (“Cathay”) and is available to passengers who book flights departing from Incheon to South East Asia/Southwest Pacific through the official Cathay Pacific website (https://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_KR). By participating in this Promotion, passengers are deemed to have agreed to these Terms and Conditions (including any amended terms).

    2. The destinations eligible for discounts include Southeast Asia, and Oceania.

      - Southeast Asia: Bali, Jakarta, Surabaya, Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Cebu, Manila, Singapore, Bangkok, Phuket, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh

      - Southwest Pacific: Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane, Auckland

    3. The booking period for this Promotion is from 27 May 2025 to 31 August 2025. The travel departure period is from 27 May 2025 to 31 December 2025 (inclusive).

    4. The discounted fares apply to all Economy Class Essential and Flex branded fares, not applicable for Light brand fare.

    5. Tickets purchased under this Promotion can only be changed or modified within the promotion period. Change fees may apply depending on the selected fare type.

    6. The amount of fare difference compared to Light fares varies by route and is as follows: Fares are subject to change based on regular fare changes.

      • Southeast Asia: 

        – You can upgrade to Essential by paying an additional up to KRW72,000 on top of the regular Light fare.
        – Upgrade to Flex by paying an additional up to KRW133,000 on top of the regular Essential fare.

      • Australia/New Zealand: 

        – You can upgrade to Essential by paying an additional up to KRW160,000 on top of the regular Light fare.
        – Upgrade to Flex by paying an additional up to KRW195,000 on top of the regular Essential fare.

    7. Rebooking: Rebooking fees depend on seat availability, ticket validity, applicable taxes, and fare differences for the same route, date, or flight. Please refer to the “Fare Conditions” at the time of booking.

    8. No-shows: No-show fees apply and vary by fare type. Refer to the “Fare Conditions” at the time of booking.

    9. Refunds: Cancellation fees vary depending on the fare type. Please refer to the “Fare Conditions” when booking.

    10. For detailed information regarding fares and service fees, please contact our Customer Care Team at 1644-8003 or via KakaoTalk.

    11. Promotional discounts apply to base fares only and do not apply to fuel surcharges, taxes, cancellation/change fees, handling fees, or any other additional charges.

    12. All listed fares include applicable taxes and fuel surcharges. Fares, government taxes and fees, and surcharges are subject to change at any time. If the flight is cancelled, the Hong Kong Passenger Security Charge, Hong Kong Air Passenger Departure Tax, and Hong Kong International Airport Construction Fee will be refunded without a cancellation fee.

    13. The discount code cannot be used for fare hold services, open-jaw itineraries, stopovers, multi-city trips, packages, bookings through the Cathay Pacific mobile app, or any other channels.

    14. Promotional fares are subject to seat availability in the booking system and the availability determined by Cathay Pacific.

    15. This promotion is non-exchangeable and non-transferable.

    16. For details on mileage accrual, please refer here.

    17. Terms and conditions are subject to change without prior notice, except as required by law.

    18. In the event of any disputes related to this Promotion, Cathay reserves the right to make the final decision.

    19. Additional terms and conditions may apply.

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