Cathay Pacific CX256 Flight Status
Based on Trip.com real-time data, flight CX256 operated by Cathay Pacific from London (LHR) to Hong Kong (HKG) on Oct 22, 2026 has departed at 20:44 (Local time in London, UTC+1) and is expected to arrive at 15:38 (Local time in Hong Kong, UTC+8) at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG).
Thu, Oct 22
Access more flight status info on the Trip.com app
Show more
En route
Your flight has departed London and is expected to arrive in Hong Kong at 15:38.
9608km
12h 30m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
21
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
Need a flight from London to Hong Kong?
Cathay Pacific From €616
Search flights Information provided by VariFlight For the latest updates, please refer to airport announcements or consult your airline. You can also explore more flights from London to Hong Kong or track other flights with our flight status tracker.
CX256 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CX256 flight flying from London to Hong Kong on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A350 XWB. This aircraft has been in service for 8y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 280 seats.
Airbus A350 XWB
Punctuality (Departure)
53
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
4 minutes
Age
8y, 1m
Seats
280
Distance
--
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
81 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width better than on 23% of flights
115°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
102 cm
More legroom than on 77% of flights
51 cm
Seat width better than on 77% of flights
135°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
Onboard Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seating Plan
114 cm
More legroom than on 69% of flights
51 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
See more amenities and seat info in the app
Show more
Flight History for CX256
Check more records from Trip.com about CX256 before and after today
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 16 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:27 | 15:27 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 17 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:33 | 16:00 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:39 | 16:01 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:28 | 15:59 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:49 | 16:11 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:46 | 16:00 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | London (LHR) | Hong Kong (HKG) | 359 | 20:44 | 15:38 | En route |
text.text............fake.row.text............text.........fake row
...text
Check upcoming flights with our app
Show more
CX256 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of CX256 is 53% (Late on average 30 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 4 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
53
%
Late on average
30 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
43
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
4 minutes
Early
57
%
On time
37
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
Need a flight from London to Hong Kong?
- From London
- To Hong Kong
- Return flights
More Cheap Flights
More Cheap Flights
More Cheap Flights
Recommended hotels in Hong Kong
Hotels near Hong Kong International Airport
Hotels near Hong Kong
9.1/10
2805 Reviews
Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel
HongKong International Airport | 0.19 km from the airport
5% off
€172 €163
8.7/10
12909 Reviews
Regala Skycity Hotel by Regal Hotels
HongKong International Airport | 0.22 km from the airport
19% off
€84 €68
8.5/10
12144 Reviews
Regal Airport Hotel
HongKong International Airport | 0.93 km from the airport
9% off
€115 €105
9.3/10
2304 Reviews
Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel
HongKong International Airport | 2.83 km from the airport
29% off
€171 €121
9.3/10
2276 Reviews
Rosewood Hong Kong
Tsim Sha Tsui | 2.78 km from downtown
€1,034
9.6/10
1175 Reviews
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong
Central | 3.86 km from downtown
€739
9.4/10
534 Reviews
Upper House Hong Kong
Central | 4.68 km from downtown
€805
9.4/10
2405 Reviews
The Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel
Central | 4.68 km from downtown
€563
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight cx256?
Flight cx256 has departed (status: En route). Departure 20:44, estimated arrival 15:38 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight cx256 on time today?
Flight cx256 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 20:44 and is estimated to arrive at 15:38.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 20:44, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 23, 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 15:38. Status is En route as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight cx256?
For flight cx256, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 21. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.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 hours30 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight cx256?
Track flight cx256 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 cx256 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If cx256 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 23, 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 cx256 departed from London?
Flight cx256 has departed from London (LHR) at 20:44 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight cx256?
Flight cx256 usually flies a Airbus A350 XWB 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.
Plan Your Hong Kong Trip: Cheap Flights, Hotels & Attractions
Hotels
Airport Transfers
Tours & Tickets
Car Rentals
Worldwide Coverage
Flights to over 5,000 cities
One-stop Service Guarantee
Price guaranteed upon confirmed payment, booking guaranteed once tickets issued
Secure Payment
Convenient & reliable booking and payment system