Air Cargo Cut-off Times

Cathay Pacific Cargo Cargo Cut-off Times

Cathay Pacific Cargo (CX, AWB prefix 160) reference cut-off times for general cargo, perishables, pharma, dangerous goods, and live animals.

Airline
Cathay Pacific Cargo
IATA code
CX
AWB prefix
160
Region
Asia

Reference cut-off times for Cathay Pacific Cargo. General cargo documents are due 4 hours before ETD and cargo 4 hours before ETD. Actual cut-offs vary by station and flight, so confirm them on your booking.

Cut-off times by cargo type

  • General cargo: documents 4 hours before ETD, cargo 4 hours before ETD, accepted up to 72 hours before etd.
  • Perishables: documents 6 hours before ETD, cargo 4 hours before ETD.
  • Pharmaceuticals: documents 6 hours before ETD, cargo 4 hours before ETD.
  • Dangerous goods: documents 8 hours before ETD, cargo 6 hours before ETD.
  • Live animals: documents 48 hours before ETD, cargo 6 hours before ETD.
  • Valuable cargo: documents 6 hours before ETD, cargo 4 hours before ETD.

Notes

  • Priority LIFT for express
  • Fresh LIFT for perishables
  • Hong Kong mega hub

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Cathay Pacific Cargo general cargo cut-off?

Documents: 4 hours before ETD. Cargo: 4 hours before ETD. Confirm for your station and flight.

What AWB prefix does Cathay Pacific Cargo use?

AWB prefix 160.