Hong Kong Airlines’ Upgrades Include New Lounge, Baggage Rules, More!

Hong Kong Airlines is all set to blend international service standards with Hong Kong’s distinctive charm to yield a top-notch flying experience. Key advancements include elevated in-flight dining, expanded baggage allowance (eliminating the “0 kg checked baggage” option for Economy Class tickets), plush lounge offerings, and passenger-first services. More than just a journey, the airline endeavours to push the pedal on the overall travel experience.

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Hong Kong Airlines’ swanky upgrades: All you need to know

From refreshing its in-flight culinary programme to allowing stress-free packing with expanded baggage allowance, there’s plenty to delight the globetrotter in you. Here’s what to expect with the Hong Kong Airlines upgrades:

• World-class epicurean preparations: In-flight meals built around the “Taste of Hong Kong” ethos, with gastronomic preparations paying tribute to the region’s flavours. Business Class flyers can savour three Cantonese dishes, prepared in collaboration with Michelin-starred Ming Court. Seasonal Chinese, Western, and vegetarian delicacies will complement the meals. Flyers can expect dishes like Okinawa-style Braised Pork with Japanese Rice, and Hong Kong-style Economy meals like “Rice with Two Sides” and “Braised Rice Noodles with Preserved Vegetables and Shredded Pork”.

• Elevating the Economy Class experience: On select routes, front row Economy passengers onboard Hong Kong Airlines are also entitled to priority boarding, deplaning, extra legroom, and elevated meal options, all at the Economy Class price tag.
• Sky high luxury at the lounge: The upgraded ‘Club Autus Lounge’ at Hong Kong International Airport promises refined luxury before boarding the plane. The airport’s strategic alliance with the Plaza Premium Group brings global lounge standards to the heart of Hong Kong. Here, the guests can indulge in local preparations like Classic Egg Waffles, Traditional Wonton Noodles, and Shredded Chicken Noodle Soup with Pickled Vegetables. The lounge can be accessed by Business Class flyers, top-tier Fortune Wings Club members, Economy flyers registered under the Enjoyment Programme, international transit passengers on Hong Kong Airlines flights, and eligible corporate clients.

• Award-winning cocktails to lift your spirits: Hong Kong Airlines has enlisted award-winning mixologist Leo Ko for Club Autus. The homegrown mixologist’s curations include Victoria Fizz, Oriental Iced Tea, Summer.com and Southern Beauty. Perfect for some pre-flight indulgence, these drinks can be savoured at lounge zones tailored to the flyer’s needs. This includes private VIP/CIP dining zones with à la carte service, zoned seating options for business and leisure flyers, and at the ‘revitalising zone’ where massage chairs and THANN’s signature Aromatic Wood Fragrance Mist await.

• Easy seat selection: With the Hong Kong Airlines’ upgrade, flyers will enjoy a wider range of free seats. Moreover, children under 12 will automatically be assigned a seat next to their guardian at no extra cost.
• In-cabin pet travel: Pet parents, rejoice! Hong Kong Airlines will now allow passengers to bring their pets into the cabin, enabling pet owners to enjoy hassle-free travel with emotional ease. This facility will be available on select flights to Tokyo (NRT), Osaka (KIX), and Nagoya (NGO).

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• Olfactory indulgence: The airline has partnered with globally acclaimed spa brand THANN to introduce its invigorating and calming Aromatic Wood Fragrance Mist across cabins and lounge zones.
• Redefined baggage policy: The airline endeavours to alleviate packing stress by eliminating the ‘0 Kg’ clause, enabling Economy Class passengers to carry one checked-in baggage item weighing 23 kg and a cabin bag weighing 7 kg. Business Class flyers can carry two check-in bags weighing 32 kg each (up to 64 kg) and cabin luggage weighing 15 kg, spread across two bags.

For more information, visit Hong Kong Airlines’ official website.

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The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.

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