Cathay Pacific
CX261 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CX261 flight operated by Cathay Pacific on Oct 2, 2026, flying from Hong Kong (HKG) to Paris (CDG), departed at 00:21 (local time in Hong Kong, UTC+8) and is expected to arrive at 07:29 (local time in Paris, UTC+2) at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 21m early
9585km
13h 50m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
33
Arrival Gate
33
Baggage
7
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En route
Your flight has departed Hong Kong and is expected to arrive in Paris at 07:29.
13h 50m
Check-in Counter
A,C
Boarding Gate
36
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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CX595
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Osaka (OSA)
Hong Kong (HKG)
Hong Kong (HKG)
Scheduled: 21:40
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40m early
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CX261 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CX261 flight from Hong Kong to Paris on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A350. This aircraft has been in service for 5y, 7m. The aircraft has 334 seats.
Airbus A350
Punctuality (Departure)
100
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
24 minutes
Age
5y, 7m
Seats
334
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
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 Thu, Oct 1 from HKG at approximately 00:24. This flight is expected to arrrive in CDG at 07:34.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Sep 26 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:21 | 07:21 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 27 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:21 | 07:16 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:26 | 07:24 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:28 | 07:22 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:18 | 07:04 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:24 | 07:34 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Hong Kong (HKG) | Paris (CDG) | 351 | 00:21 | 07:29 | 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 100% (Late on average 19 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 24 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
100
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
100
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
24 minutes
Early
100
%
On time
0
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight cx261?
Flight cx261 has departed (status: En route). Departure 00:21, estimated arrival 07:29 (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight cx261 on time today?
Flight cx261 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 00:21 and is estimated to arrive at 07:29. -
Has flight cx261 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight cx261 is scheduled to depart at 00:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 00:21, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight cx261 scheduled to arrive?
Flight cx261 is scheduled to arrive at 07:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 07:29. Status is En route as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight cx261?
For flight cx261, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 36. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
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 13 hours 50 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight cx261?
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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 2, 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 00:21 (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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