Cathay Pacific
CX256 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CX256 flight operated by Cathay Pacific on Sep 7, 2026 is scheduled to fly from London (LHR) to Hong Kong (HKG). The flight is expected to depart at 20:15 (local time in London, UTC+1) and arrive at 14:45 (local time in Hong Kong, UTC+8) .
Mon, Sep 7
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
12h 30m
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CX256 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CX256 flight from London to Hong Kong on 9/8/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 7y, 11m. The aircraft has 280 seats.
Airbus A350-900
Punctuality (Departure)
47
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
20 minutes
Age
7y, 11m
Seats
280
Flight Distance
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Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width better than on 29% of flights
115°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
102 cm
More legroom than on 93% of flights
51 cm
Seat width better than on 93% of flights
135°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
114 cm
More legroom than on 86% of flights
51 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for CX256
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Sep 1 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:40 | 14:59 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 2 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:38 | 14:59 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 3 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:54 | 15:19 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 4 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 21:09 | 15:31 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 5 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:54 | 15:04 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 6 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:48 | 15:13 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 7 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:15 | 14:45 | Scheduled |
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CX256 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of CX256 is 47% (Late on average 37 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 20 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
47
%
Late on average
37 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
43
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
20 minutes
Early
80
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Has flight cx256 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight cx256 is scheduled to depart at 20:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 20:15, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Sep 8, 2026). -
When is flight cx256 scheduled to arrive?
Flight cx256 is scheduled to arrive at 15:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:45. Status is Scheduled as of Sep 8, 2026. -
What route does flight cx256 fly?
Flight cx256 is operated by Cathay Pacific from London (LHR) to Hong Kong (HKG). Typical flight time is about 12 hours 30 minutes; operating days may include Tuesday. -
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If flight cx256 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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What is the seat configuration for flight cx256?
Flight cx256 usually flies a Airbus A350-900 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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