Cathay Pacific’s New Dallas Route: A Transpacific Treat Takes Flight in April!

Get ready for a zesty new travel option: Cathay Pacific is launching direct flights from Hong Kong (HKG) to Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) on April 24, 2025, and it’s shaping up to be a sweet deal with a sharp kick—like a lemon twist on your travel plans! Announced last September, this route marks Cathay’s sixth U.S. destination and their boldest North American venture yet. Whether you’re chasing Texas-sized adventures or business deals across the Pacific, this new link is about to make waves—and it’s bringing a big Texas attitude to the skies.

Starting April 24th, Cathay Pacific will fly four times a week—Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays—bridging Hong Kong International Airport with Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, the Lone Star State’s bustling gateway. They’re rolling out their biggest bird, the Airbus A350-1000, for this 8,123-mile haul—their longest passenger route yet. Everything’s bigger in Texas, and the A350-1000 fits right in: longer and roomier than its A350-900 sibling, it’s packing 46 lie-flat business class seats (1-2-1 layout), 32 premium economy seats (2-3-2), and 256 economy seats (3-3-3)—334 seats total.

Here’s the schedule (all times local, pending final approval):

• CX898 (HKG to DFW): Departs Hong Kong at 16:05 (4:05 PM), lands in Dallas at 17:55 (5:55 PM)—about 14 hours and 50 minutes of sky time, crossing the date line for a same-day arrival.
• CX897 (DFW to HKG): Takes off from Dallas at 23:55 (11:55 PM), touching down in Hong Kong at 05:05 (5:05 AM) two days later, a 16-hour-10-minute journey that spans three calendar days.

This Texas-sized plane’s a sleek ride with oversized windows, a whisper-quiet cabin, and all the Cathay comforts: Wi-Fi, a killer entertainment lineup (Hollywood hits and Disney+), and service smoother than fresh-squeezed lemonade. Economy fares start around $1,000-$1,900 round-trip, with business class zipping up to $7,000+, depending on when you book.

Why Dallas? It’s a Big, Bold Win

Dallas isn’t just another dot on the map—it’s Cathay’s first southern U.S. passenger hub, and they’re going big, Texas-style. DFW, one of the world’s busiest airports (73 million passengers in 2023), is a powerhouse hub for oneworld partner American Airlines, opening up over 190 U.S. domestic connections and 11 in Latin America. Hong Kong travelers get a direct shot at Texas’ larger-than-life economic muscle—think tech, energy, and trade—plus a taste of Dallas’ big BBQ joints, cowboy swagger, and artsy Deep Ellum vibes. And if you’re into launches, SpaceX’s Starbase in South Texas isn’t far—rockets blast off from Boca Chica, just a road trip away!

From Hong Kong, it’s a straight line to the U.S. heartland, and vice versa—DFW flyers can tap into Cathay’s 19 mainland China routes or beyond via HK Express. It’s a sweet swap for American’s old DFW-HKG route, which faded in 2020, with Cathay now juicing up the connection with a Texas-sized flair.

Cathay’s North American Squeeze

This Dallas launch is the zest on top of Cathay Pacific’s North American expansion, pushing their weekly return flights to 108 by May 2025, up from 88 now. Here’s their full North American lineup from Hong Kong, bursting with flavor:

• Boston (BOS): Daily (7 weekly)
• Chicago (ORD): Daily (7 weekly)
• Los Angeles (LAX): 3 daily (21 weekly)
• New York (JFK): 3 daily (21 weekly)
• San Francisco (SFO): 3 daily (21 weekly)
• Dallas (DFW): 4 weekly (starting April 24, 2025)
• Toronto (YYZ): 13 weekly (mix of daily and extra flights)
• Vancouver (YVR): 2 daily (14 weekly, resumed January 18, 2025)

That’s eight destinations packing a punch, with Dallas adding a southern twist to a network that’s been zinging since Vancouver in 1983. The big three—New York, LA, and San Francisco—at three daily flights each show Cathay’s heavy hitters, while Vancouver’s double-daily comeback and Toronto’s near-daily boost keep Canada sharp. Dallas slots in with its four weekly runs, bringing a Texas-sized kick to a lineup that’s as refreshing as a lemon spritz.

Why It’s a Zinger

This route’s got bite and sweetness in spades. At nearly 15 hours westbound, it’s Cathay’s longest passenger flight, but the bigger-and-better A350-1000—think lie-flat beds and a chill cabin—makes it a smooth sip, Texas-style. The 4:05 PM Hong Kong departure lands you in Dallas by evening, ready to dive into Texas, while the late-night DFW takeoff gets you to Hong Kong for a fresh morning start. It’s a perfect blend for business folks linking Hong Kong’s finance hub with Dallas’ oversized economic clout, or leisure travelers craving a transpacific twist.

Personal Note: I’ve always wanted to witness a rocket launch live, and with SpaceX launching their massive Starships from Texas’ Starbase near Brownsville, this route makes it so much easier! I’m beyond excited to plan a trip—catching a Cathay flight to Dallas and then heading south to see a launch in person would be a dream come true. Texas is delivering big time!

Bookings are live, and with April 24th fast approaching, this route’s set to squeeze every drop of excitement out of spring 2025. Cathay Pacific’s planting a big, bold flag in Dallas—think of it as a lemon drop in their North American glass, served up Texas-sized. Ready to taste the journey?

Read my review of Cathay Pacific’s Airbus A350-1000 flight in business class between Manila and Hong Kong here.