Hong Kong Airlines celebrates resumed service to the Gold Coast

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Hong Kong Airlines has celebrated its first flight in six years between Hong Kong and Australia’s Gold Coast.

Operating seasonally from 17 January to 15 February 2025, the service covers four flights per week for four weeks encompassing the Chinese Lunar New Year holiday. The route is operated by an A330 wide-body aircraft, offering both business and economy-class seating.

Hong Kong Airlines celebrates return to Australia's Gold Coast.

Hong Kong Airlines celebrates return to Australia’s Gold Coast.

To celebrate, a ceremony was held at the boarding gate before the inaugural flight took off. Hong Kong Airlines president, Jeff Sun, representatives of Gold Coast and Queensland Airports, as well as senior representatives of the Airport Authority Hong Kong attended the event.

“We are delighted to have a full flight of passengers on our first voyage, with around 300 travellers coming to experience Queensland’s warm climate and exciting tourist activities,” Hong Kong Airlines chairman, Yan Bo, said. “We also look forward to welcoming visitors from the Gold Coast and the Queensland region to Hong Kong during our operation period, inviting them to immerse in the vibrant atmosphere of the Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations and enjoy authentic Hong Kong cuisine.”

Hong Kong Airlines celebrates return to Australia's Gold Coast.

Hong Kong Airlines celebrates return to Australia’s Gold Coast.

“As one of Hong Kong’s leading full-service airlines, Hong Kong Airlines is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive services, including flexible baggage allowance options, complimentary inflight meals, and comfortable seats, to ensure that every passenger can enjoy a pleasant journey,” Hong Kong Airlines president and captain, Jeff Sun, said.

“We’re delighted to welcome Hong Kong Airlines’ guests to our beautiful city of Gold Coast and can’t wait for them to experience the best of an Australian summer across the whole region,” Queensland Airports Limited CEO, Amelia Evans, said. “We hope this connection with Hong Kong will pave the way for longer-term services across our key markets in Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, and Mainland China.”

Hong Kong Airlines celebrates return to Australia's Gold Coast.

Hong Kong Airlines celebrates return to Australia’s Gold Coast.

“This influx from Hong Kong over the Lunar New Year period is an exciting opportunity for Gold Coast, supporting local jobs and the economy,” Queensland Tourism Minister, Andrew Powell, said.

“TEQ has worked closely with Hong Kong Airlines and partners including Experience Gold Coast to put the Gold Coast up in lights in Hong Kong and Mainland China to drive demand for these flights and the destination,” Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) representative, Ollie Philpot, said.

Acting Gold Coast mayor, Donna Gates, celebrated the return of this important service after six years and its positive contribution to the region.

Experience Gold Coast CEO, John Warn, said the resumption of Hong Kong Airlines’ services marks a significant step forward for the Gold Coast’s tourism industry.

“China is a hugely important source market for the Gold Coast, so we are thrilled to see Hong Kong Airlines’ services lift off again,” Warn added.

Hong Kong Airlines celebrates return to Australia's Gold Coast.

Hong Kong Airlines celebrates return to Australia’s Gold Coast.

The resumption of the Gold Coast route marks Hong Kong Airlines’ first step back into the long-haul market. The company is progressively expanding its fleet to support a phased expansion of its network, including potential new routes within Australia and a return to the North American market. Additionally, beyond Vancouver, the airline is also actively exploring the possibility of expanding services to Los Angeles, Seattle, and Toronto to offer passengers a wider range of international travel options.

 

 

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