Cathay Pacific Announces New Codeshare Agreement with MIAT Mongolian Airlines

Starting 12 July, the agreement will provide Cathay Pacific customers with a direct link to Ulaanbaatar, one of Asia’s fastest-growing business and tourism capitals

by Shrutee K/DNS

Cathay Pacific and MIAT Mongolian Airlines announced a new codeshare agreement which is set to benefit the customers of both airlines. Starting 12 July 2017, Cathay Pacific will place its “CX” code on MIAT’s four-times weekly service between Hong Kong and Ulaanbaatar, the vibrant and historic Mongolian capital, providing its customers with a new, direct link to one of the most unique and fastest-growing destinations in Asia.

At the same time, MIAT Mongolian Airlines will place its “OM” code on selected Cathay Pacific services between Hong Kong and Singapore, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.

Eligible MIAT customers connecting on Cathay Pacific flights via its Hong Kong hub can choose to relax at one of the airline’s premium lounges conveniently located at Terminal 1 at Hong Kong International Airport. These include The Wing, The Cabin, The Bridge and the much-lauded lounges at The Pier, which have been designed to embody Cathay Pacific’s philosophy of a Life Well Travelled.

Cathay Pacific Chief Customer and Commercial Officer Paul Loo welcomed the new partnership, saying the agreement underlines the airline’s commitment to provide its customers with enhanced connectivity to an ever-increasing number of new destinations.

“We are very happy to work with MIAT Mongolian Airlines in adding Ulaanbaatar to our expanding global network,” said Mr Loo. “Mongolia is an attractive destination in that it appeals to both tourists and business travellers alike thanks to its pristine natural landscapes, rich culture and rapid development. Ulaanbaatar is quickly making a name for itself as an important business hub, one which we expect to grow on the back of this new agreement.”

MIAT Mongolian Airlines President and CEO Tamir Tumurbaatar added: “This is a winning step for both airlines and will provide our passengers with convenient access to Singapore and Australia via the super hub in Hong Kong. The codeshare and interline agreement brings advantages for the passengers of both MIAT Mongolian Airlines and Cathay Pacific because our route networks complement each other perfectly. This cooperation is very significant for our landlocked country’s national flag carrier.”

Tickets for the new codeshare flights are now open for sale at www.cathaypacific.com and www.miat.com. In addition to the greater convenience provided by the codeshare agreement, passengers travelling on these services will enjoy the benefits of through-checked luggage.

About Cathay Pacific : Cathay Pacific is a Hong Kong-based airline offering scheduled passenger and cargo services to nearly 200 destinations worldwide, using an ultra-modern fleet of more than 140 wide-body aircraft, including the technologically-advanced Airbus A350. Cathay Pacific believes in providing its customers with superior products and services at every stage of their journey, in line with its philosophy of a “Life Well Travelled”. For more information, visit www.cathaypacific.com.

About MIAT Mongolian Airlines : MIAT Mongolian Airlines is a state-owned national flag-carrier of Mongolia, operating scheduled international flights and a charter domestic service out of the capital city Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.  The core business activities comprise of passenger and cargo air transportation, engineering and maintenance services, air charter and ground handling services. For more information, visit www.miat.com.