Cathay Pacific CX261 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CX261 flight operated by Cathay Pacific on Oct 31, 2026, flying from Hong Kong (HKG) to Paris (CDG), departed at 00:49 (local time in Hong Kong, UTC+8) and is expected to arrive at 06:56 (local time in Paris, UTC+1) at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Fri, Oct 30
Sat, Oct 31
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 46m early
9585km
14h 15m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
2
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
5
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En route
Your flight has departed Hong Kong and is expected to arrive in Paris at 06:56.
9585km
14h 15m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
65
Arrival Gate
65
Baggage
7
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CX261 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CX261 flight from Hong Kong to Paris on 10/31/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A350. This aircraft has been in service for 3y, 10m. The aircraft has 334 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 9,585km.
Airbus A350
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
21 minutes
Age
3y, 10m
Seats
334
Flight Distance
9,585km
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
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 33% of flights
51 cm
Seat width better than on 33% 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
Legroom
51 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for CX261
Trip.com historical records show that the last CX261 flight departed on Fri, Oct 30 from HKG at approximately 00:48. This flight is expected to arrrive in CDG at 06:59.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 25 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:55 | 06:58 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:59 | 07:06 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 01:01 | 06:55 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:44 | 06:29 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:57 | 07:04 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:48 | 06:59 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:49 | 06:56 | En route |
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CX261 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of CX261 is 73% (Late on average 27 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 21 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
27 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
21 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight cx261?
Flight cx261 has departed (status: En route). Departure 00:49, estimated arrival 06:56 (updated Oct 31, 2026).Is flight cx261 on time today?
Flight cx261 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 00:49 and is estimated to arrive at 06:56.Has flight cx261 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight cx261 is scheduled to depart at 00:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 00:49, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 31, 2026).When is flight cx261 scheduled to arrive?
Flight cx261 is scheduled to arrive at 07:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 06:56. Status is En route as of Oct 31, 2026.What is the gate information for flight cx261?
For flight cx261, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 65. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight cx261?
After arrival, baggage for flight cx261 is expected at carousel 7 in terminal T2A. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight cx261 fly?
Flight cx261 is operated by Cathay Pacific from Hong Kong (HKG) to Paris (CDG). Typical flight time is about 14 hours 15 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight cx261?
Track flight cx261 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight cx261 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If cx261 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 31, 2026). Contact Cathay Pacific or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight cx261 departed from Hong Kong?
Flight cx261 has departed from Hong Kong (HKG) at 00:49 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight cx261?
Flight cx261 usually flies a Airbus A350 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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