Cheap flights from Jakarta, Indonesia to Shanghai, China from Rp 2,114,910
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JKT — SHA
6 Oct — 13 Oct1
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1 adult
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Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
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Cheapest flights from Jakarta to Shanghai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Jakarta to Shanghai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 September 2026.
Fri 2/1007.05 -
1 stop26h 25m
Fri 9/1016.10 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 1/9Rp 4,335,566
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Sat 3/1021.55 -
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Deal found 5/9Rp 4,388,438
Sun 1/1114.40 -
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Deal found 3/9Rp 4,458,936
Tue 3/1114.40 -
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Sat 7/1115.25 -
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Deal found 4/9Rp 4,476,560
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Deal found 5/9Rp 4,494,184
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Mon 19/1001.55 -
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Tue 27/1015.35 -
1 stop10h 20m
Deal found 1/9Rp 4,723,300
Best flights from Jakarta to Shanghai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Jakarta to Shanghai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
Fri 2/1007.05 -
1 stop26h 25m
Fri 9/1016.10 -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 1/9Rp 4,335,566
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Thu 26/1115.25 -
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Deal found 6/9Rp 4,829,045
Fri 16/1009.10 -
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Tue 17/1101.55 -
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Deal found 1/9Rp 7,437,434
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Wed 16/1215.25 -
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Tue 17/1101.55 -
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Thu 26/1112.45 -
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Thu 12/1101.20 -
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Wed 2/1209.05 -
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Mon 7/1211.10 -
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Deal found 5/9Rp 7,225,943
Fri 2/1023.55 -
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Fri 9/1010.05 -
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Deal found 1/9Rp 7,648,925
Wed 18/1123.55 -
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Thu 26/1110.05 -
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Deal found 6/9Rp 8,301,022
Fri 5/314.40 -
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Mon 15/315.25 -
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Deal found 3/9Rp 13,958,407
Sun 11/1023.55 -
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Sun 18/1010.05 -
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Deal found 2/9Rp 13,799,789
Direct flights from Jakarta to Shanghai
Explore direct flight options from Jakarta to Shanghai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
Thu 1/1023.55 -
Nonstop6h 10m
Fri 9/1010.05 -
Nonstop6h 20m
Deal found 3/9Rp 6,573,846
Tue 10/1123.55 -
Nonstop6h 15m
Thu 19/1110.05 -
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Deal found 4/9Rp 6,979,204
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Sat 21/1110.05 -
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Deal found 5/9Rp 7,014,452
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Mon 5/1010.05 -
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Deal found 2/9Rp 7,208,318
Thu 1/1023.55 -
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Sun 11/1010.05 -
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Deal found 5/9Rp 7,225,943
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Deal found 3/9Rp 7,243,567
Mon 2/1123.55 -
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Fri 6/1110.05 -
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Deal found 3/9Rp 7,261,192
Thu 1/1023.55 -
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Mon 5/1010.05 -
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Mon 21/910.05 -
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Deal found 3/9Rp 7,525,555
Fri 2/1023.55 -
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Fri 9/1010.05 -
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Deal found 1/9Rp 7,648,925
Last-minute flights from Jakarta to Shanghai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Jakarta to Shanghai. Data last updated 6 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 11/909.10 -
1 stop29h 10m
Tue 15/920.50 -
1 stop27h 10m
Deal found 4/9Rp 5,075,784
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Mon 21/915.10 -
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Deal found 3/9Rp 4,864,294
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Sat 3/1015.10 -
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Deal found 5/9Rp 4,899,542
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Thu 8/1015.10 -
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Deal found 3/9Rp 4,758,548
Fri 2/1003.00 -
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Wed 7/1018.20 -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 3/9Rp 5,005,288
Fri 2/1013.15 -
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Tue 6/1022.05 -
1 stop15h 10m
Deal found 2/9Rp 5,040,536
Thu 15/1000.20 -
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Sat 17/1013.30 -
1 stop10h 30m
Deal found 6/9Rp 5,058,160
Fri 16/1013.50 -
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Mon 26/1015.25 -
1 stop10h 15m
Deal found 3/9Rp 4,793,796
Mon 19/1001.55 -
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Tue 27/1012.25 -
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Deal found 1/9Rp 4,670,426
Mon 19/1001.55 -
1 stop14h 25m
Fri 30/1007.20 -
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Deal found 2/9Rp 4,970,039
Sat 24/1013.50 -
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Fri 30/1015.25 -
1 stop23h 25m
Deal found 5/9Rp 4,494,184
One-way flights from Jakarta to Shanghai
Search for one-way flight options from Jakarta to Shanghai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
Thu 24/914.15 -
1 stop10h 05m
Wed 31/1200.00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 2/9Rp 2,114,910
Thu 17/914.15 -
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Wed 31/1200.00 -
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Deal found 3/9Rp 2,132,534
Sat 26/914.15 -
1 stop10h 05m
Wed 31/1200.00 -
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Deal found 5/9Rp 2,203,032
Wed 23/914.10 -
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Deal found 2/9Rp 2,361,650
Sun 27/913.10 -
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Wed 31/1200.00 -
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Deal found 6/9Rp 2,379,274
Fri 25/914.15 -
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Wed 31/1200.00 -
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Deal found 4/9Rp 2,396,898
Fri 18/912.30 -
1 stop10h 50m
Wed 31/1200.00 -
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Deal found 4/9Rp 2,449,771
Fri 25/913.35 -
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Wed 31/1200.00 -
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Deal found 4/9Rp 2,467,395
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Deal found 5/9Rp 2,502,644
Wed 30/915.55 -
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Wed 31/1200.00 -
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Deal found 3/9Rp 2,520,268
Tue 29/900.25 -
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Wed 31/1200.00 -
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Deal found 3/9Rp 2,537,892
Wed 25/1101.55 -
1 stop13h 30m
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Deal found 2/9Rp 2,555,516
Find flight deals from Jakarta to Shanghai
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
JakartaShanghai
CGK Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
CGKSHA
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
Fri 25/9
07.05-10.30
1 stop26h 25m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 31/12
00.00-23.00
Nonstop0h 00m
Rp 2,608,389
JakartaShanghai
CGK Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
CGKPVG
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
Sat 7/11
01.30-14.15
1 stop11h 45m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 31/12
00.00-23.00
Nonstop0h 00m
Rp 2,608,389
JakartaShanghai
CGK Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
CGKSHA
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
Sat 7/11
00.20-08.50
1 stop31h 30m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 31/12
00.00-23.00
Nonstop0h 00m
Rp 2,731,759
JakartaShanghai
CGK Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
CGKSHA
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
Fri 27/11
01.55-19.25
1 stop16h 30m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 31/12
00.00-23.00
Nonstop0h 00m
Rp 2,784,632
JakartaShanghai
CGK Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
CGKPVG
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
Fri 27/11
01.55-19.35
1 stop16h 40m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 31/12
00.00-23.00
Nonstop0h 00m
Rp 2,784,632
JakartaShanghai
CGK Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
CGKSHA
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
Tue 27/10
01.55-16.25
1 stop13h 30m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 31/12
00.00-23.00
Nonstop0h 00m
Rp 2,802,256
JakartaShanghai
CGK Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
CGKPVG
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
Sat 23/1
14.40-14.15
1 stop22h 35m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 31/12
00.00-23.00
Nonstop0h 00m
Rp 2,908,002
JakartaShanghai
CGK Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
CGKPVG
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
Tue 15/9
09.00-01.20
1 stop15h 20m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 31/12
00.00-23.00
Nonstop0h 00m
Rp 3,066,620
JakartaShanghai
CGK Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
CGKSHA
Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl
Sun 20/9
23.20-19.30
1 stop19h 10m
Shanghai Hongqiao Intl
Wed 31/12
00.00-23.00
Nonstop0h 00m
Rp 3,489,602
JakartaShanghai
HLP Jakarta Halim Perdana Kusuma - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong
HLPPVG
Jakarta Halim Perdana Kusuma
Wed 30/9
07.10-23.55
2 stops15h 45m
Shanghai Pu Dong
Wed 31/12
00.00-23.00
Nonstop0h 00m
Rp 3,560,099
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JKT-CN2
CGK-PVG
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HLP-PVG
HLP-SHA
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Jakarta to Shanghai?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Jakarta to Shanghai (average of Rp 5,269,651). Flying from Jakarta to Shanghai in December is currently the most expensive (average of Rp 7,719,422). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JKT to SHA?
Find hourly flight availability from Jakarta to Shanghai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 6 September 2026.
When flying from Jakarta to Shanghai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Jakarta to Shanghai?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Jakarta to Shanghai flights typically cost between Rp 5,886,500 and Rp 6,609,094 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was Rp 4,335,566 on XiamenAir (2 Oct–9 Oct).
How often are flights from Jakarta to Shanghai delayed?
About 25% of weekly flights between Jakarta and Shanghai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 116 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Jakarta to Shanghai flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Jakarta to Shanghai flights?
Over the past year, China Eastern have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Jakarta to Shanghai?
The best time to book flights from Jakarta to Shanghai is 27 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
Reviews of airlines servicing Shanghai
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Shanghai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Shanghai. Reviews last updated 6 September 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Garuda Indonesia, andCathay Pacific
from Jakarta to Shanghai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.
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