Planning the next holiday from Singapore could be a little more tempting this September, especially for travellers who have been waiting for a good reason to lock in their next flight. Cathay Pacific is celebrating its 80th anniversary with a special 80th AnniFAREsary promotion, bringing a selection of discounted return airfares for Singapore travellers throughout September 2026.
For anyone who has Hong Kong, Japan, China, Europe or North America on their travel wish list, this is a promotion worth checking before the month ends. Return Economy fares start from just S$354 to Hong Kong, while Tokyo starts from S$424. There are also promotional fares to major cities in Europe from S$1,221 and North America from S$1,209.
The more interesting part for Cathay members is that additional discounts are available during the first half of September. Eligible members can enjoy S$80 off selected Asian flights or S$138 off selected long-haul journeys, although these extra discounts come with limited redemption quotas.
Cathay Pacific celebrates 80 years with a month-long flight promotion
Cathay Pacific’s 80th anniversary is giving Singapore travellers another opportunity to look beyond the usual short getaway destinations.
The 80th AnniFAREsary promotion runs from 1 to 30 September 2026, with selected travel dates and blackout periods applicable. That means there is still some flexibility for travellers who are not ready to fly immediately and would rather plan a holiday for later in the year.
One of the headline fares is a return Economy flight from Singapore to Hong Kong from S$354. For travellers who have been considering a weekend escape, food trip or shopping holiday in Hong Kong, that starting price could make the destination considerably easier to justify.
Japan is also featured, with Tokyo from S$424 return. Several cities in Mainland China, including Beijing, Qingdao, Zhengzhou, Xi’an, Chongqing and Chengdu, also have Economy fares starting from S$424.
For longer holidays, there are fares to Europe and North America that may be worth comparing with regular flight prices before booking.
Where can Singapore travellers fly for less?
There is a reasonably broad range of destinations included in the anniversary promotion, covering everything from quick Asian getaways to longer international holidays.
Hong Kong remains the standout option at S$354 return in Economy, while Tokyo and a number of Mainland China destinations start from S$424 return.
Travellers considering other parts of Japan can look at Osaka, Fukuoka and Nagoya, with Economy return fares starting from S$764. Almaty starts from S$804, while Shanghai, Hangzhou, Ningbo, Nanjing, Wuhan and Wenzhou start from S$485.
For Europe, promotional Economy fares begin from S$1,221 to cities including Paris, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Frankfurt, Madrid, Milan, Rome, Zurich, Munich and Brussels. London starts from S$1,308.
Those planning a trip across the Atlantic can find Economy fares from S$1,209 to Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle. New York starts from S$1,464, while Boston and Chicago start from S$1,354.
Vancouver starts from S$1,435 and Toronto from S$1,538.
These are useful prices to keep in mind when planning a holiday because long-haul flights can quickly become one of the biggest parts of the travel budget. Of course, actual fares can change depending on the travel date, seat availability and cabin selected.
Economy is not the only cabin on offer
Travellers with a larger travel budget may also want to look at the Premium Economy and Business Class fares included on selected routes.
For example, Hong Kong starts from S$994 in Premium Economy and S$1,995 in Business Class. Tokyo starts from S$1,421 in Premium Economy and S$3,253 in Business Class.
On selected European and North American routes, there are also promotional fares across different cabin classes.
This makes the anniversary sale more interesting than a straightforward budget-flight promotion. Travellers can compare the different cabin options and decide whether paying more for additional comfort makes sense for a particular journey.
Cathay members can get another S$80 or S$138 off
The biggest reason for Cathay members to act early is the additional anniversary discount.
From 1 to 15 September 2026, eligible Cathay members can use promotional codes on qualifying return bookings departing from Singapore.
The code CX80SG provides S$80 off eligible flights to Hong Kong, Mainland China and Northeast Asia. However, this discount is limited to the first 500 transactions, so waiting until the final day could mean missing out.
For long-haul travel, the code CX80SGLH gives S$138 off eligible flights to Europe, North America and Australasia. This offer is considerably more limited, with only the first 50 transactions eligible for the discount.
Both codes can be used for qualifying Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class bookings, with travel scheduled between 15 September and 10 December 2026.
This is where the promotion becomes particularly attractive. A traveller who already has a Cathay membership and is planning a qualifying trip could potentially combine the anniversary fare with the applicable member discount, subject to the promotion’s terms and availability.
There are more anniversary rewards for members
The flight discounts are not the only part of Cathay Pacific’s 80th anniversary celebrations.
Cathay members can also take advantage of additional anniversary-related rewards, including opportunities to earn up to 1,946 bonus miles and receive 28% off a subsequent flight.
The 1,946 bonus miles figure is a reference to Cathay Pacific’s founding year, adding a little anniversary history to the campaign.
For frequent travellers, these extras can be just as interesting as the initial airfare discount. A cheaper flight is useful, but earning additional miles or receiving a future-flight discount could make the overall value of the promotion more appealing.
Why should travellers consider this deal?
The main attraction is simply the range of destinations available.
Someone looking for a relatively short holiday can consider Hong Kong from S$354 or Tokyo from S$424. Families and groups planning a longer trip can look at destinations across Mainland China, while those saving up for a European or North American holiday can use the September promotion as an opportunity to compare long-haul fares.
Another reason to look at the deal now is that travel plans for the end of 2026 can be arranged while there is still a selection of dates and seats available. Popular routes naturally have a greater chance of selling out or becoming more expensive as demand changes.
Cathay members have an even stronger reason to check early because the additional S$80 and S$138 discounts have limited redemption quotas. The long-haul code, in particular, is restricted to just 50 transactions.
Travellers should also remember that the cheapest advertised fare is a starting fare rather than a guarantee that every travel date will be available at the same price. It is worth checking several dates, comparing the available cabins and reading the fare conditions before completing a booking.
A good excuse to finally book that holiday
For Singapore travellers who have been saying that a holiday is overdue, Cathay Pacific’s 80th anniversary promotion provides a useful opportunity to start looking.
A return flight to Hong Kong from S$354 is an appealing starting point for a quick getaway, while Tokyo from S$424 could make a Japan trip more achievable for travellers watching their budgets. Those looking further ahead can also consider Europe, North America and other international destinations included in the campaign.
The extra Cathay member discounts make early booking even more worthwhile, but travellers need to keep the deadlines in mind. The additional S$80 and S$138 discounts are only available for bookings made between 1 and 15 September 2026, and both are subject to limited transaction quotas.
The wider 80th AnniFAREsary promotion continues until 30 September 2026, giving travellers more time to browse the available destinations and plan their next trip.
Before booking, check the available travel dates, fare conditions, applicable blackout periods and promotion terms carefully. If the preferred destination and dates are available at a good price, this could be a sensible time to secure the trip rather than waiting and hoping for a cheaper fare later.
For the official promotion and booking information, travellers can check Cathay Pacific’s 80th anniversary flight offer page.
Promotional/Event Details
Date: 1-30 September 2026
Additional Member Discount Period: 1-15 September 2026
Travel Period for Member Discount: 15 September-10 December 2026
Time: Throughout the booking period, subject to flight availability
Venue: Online via Cathay Pacific’s official website
Promotion: Cathay Pacific 80th AnniFAREsary Sale
Highlight: Return Economy fares from S$354 to Hong Kong, S$424 to Tokyo and selected Mainland China destinations
Member Discount: S$80 off selected Asian flights with code CX80SG; S$138 off selected long-haul flights with code CX80SGLH
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