# Cathay Pacific to Close Departure Gates 15 Minutes Before Departure at HKG Starting June 1

_May 14 14:56_

Tags: Cathay Pacific, Hong Kong International Airport, policy change, airline, devaluation, service policy change

Effective June 1, 2026, Cathay Pacific will close boarding gates at Hong Kong International Airport 15 minutes prior to departure, a 5-minute increase from the current 10-minute window

## Summary

Cathay Pacific announced that effective June 1, 2026, boarding gates at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) will close 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure for all flights. This is a 5-minute increase from the current 10-minute closure time. Additionally, boarding will begin 5 minutes earlier. The airline cites on-time performance as the primary driver, aiming to mitigate delays caused by late-arriving or no-show passengers and the subsequent offloading of their checked baggage. The change aligns with international best practices and customer feedback prioritizing punctuality

## Why it matters

Affects Cathay Pacific loyalty members and route planners.

## Sources cited

- [LoyaltyLobby](https://loyaltylobby.com/2026/05/14/cathay-pacific-closes-departure-gates-5-minutes-earlier-from-june-1-2026?omhide=true) — Cathay Pacific Closes Departure Gates 5 Minutes Earlier From June 1, 2026

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