What is the current status of flight cx178?

Flight cx178 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 23:45, arrival 06:55 (updated Oct 2, 2026).

Is flight cx178 on time today?

Flight cx178 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 23:45, with arrival at 06:55. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.

Has flight cx178 departed yet? What is the departure time?

Flight cx178 is scheduled to depart at 23:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 23:45, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 2, 2026).

When is flight cx178 scheduled to arrive?

Flight cx178 is scheduled to arrive at 06:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 06:12. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 2, 2026.

What is the gate information for flight cx178?

For flight cx178, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 20. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.

What route does flight cx178 fly?

Flight cx178 is operated by Cathay Pacific from Melbourne (MEL) to Hong Kong (HKG). Typical flight time is about 9 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Friday.

How can I check real-time status for flight cx178?

Track flight cx178 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 cx178 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?

If cx178 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, 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 cx178 departed from Melbourne?

Flight cx178 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 23:45.

What is the seat configuration for flight cx178?

Flight cx178 usually flies a Boeing 777-300ER with seat layout 3-4-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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CX178 Flight status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the CX178 flight operated by Cathay Pacific on Oct 2, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Hong Kong (HKG). The flight is expected to depart at 23:45 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+10) and arrive at 06:12 (local time in Hong Kong, UTC+8) .

Thu, Oct 1

Fri, Oct 2

MEL-HKG

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Arrived

The flight has arrived 4m early

Melbourne(MEL)

00:23

Scheduled: 23:45, Oct 1

Melbourne Airport T2

7425km

9h 10m

Hong Kong(HKG)

06:51

Scheduled: 06:55, Oct 2

Hong Kong International Airport T1

Check-in Counter

C,D,E

Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

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Scheduled

Your flight will depart on time.

Melbourne(MEL)

23:45

Scheduled: 23:45, Oct 2

Melbourne Airport T2

7425km

9h 10m

Hong Kong(HKG)

06:12

Scheduled: 06:55, Oct 3

Hong Kong International Airport T1

Check-in Counter

D150-165,E172

Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

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CX178 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the CX178 flight from Melbourne to Hong Kong on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 777-300ER. This aircraft has been in service for 12y, 10m. The aircraft has 361 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 7,425km.

Boeing 777-300ER

Punctuality (Departure)

73 %

Punctuality (Arrival)

97 %

Early on average

16 minutes

Age

12y, 10m

Seats

361

Flight Distance

7,425km

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

More legroom than on 38% of flights

47 cm

Seat width better than on 75% of flights

130°

Reclining Angle

3-4-3

Seat layout example

In-Flight Services

Meal included

Seatback entertainment system

Wi-Fi (free)

USB port and power outlet

Seat Information

97 cm

Legroom

50 cm

Seat width

130°

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

109 cm

Legroom

53 cm

Seat width better than on 38% of flights

180°

Reclining Angle Fully reclinable

1-2-1

Seat layout example

Flight History for CX178

Trip.com historical records show that the last CX178 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from MEL at approximately 00:23. This flight is expected to arrrive in HKG at 06:51.

Date	Airport		Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Date	Departure	Arrival	Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Sat, Sep 26	Melbourne (MEL)	Hong Kong (HKG)	77W	23:46	06:10	Arrived
Sun, Sep 27	Melbourne (MEL)	Hong Kong (HKG)	77W	00:02	06:17	Arrived
Mon, Sep 28	Melbourne (MEL)	Hong Kong (HKG)	77W	00:38	06:51	Arrived
Tue, Sep 29	Melbourne (MEL)	Hong Kong (HKG)	77W	00:03	06:15	Arrived
Wed, Sep 30	Melbourne (MEL)	Hong Kong (HKG)	77W	00:05	06:31	Arrived
Thu, Oct 1	Melbourne (MEL)	Hong Kong (HKG)	77W	00:23	06:51	Arrived
Fri, Oct 2	Melbourne (MEL)	Hong Kong (HKG)	77W	23:45	06:12	Scheduled

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CX178 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of CX178 is 73% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 16 minutes).

On-Time Departures

Punctuality

73 %

Late on average 26 minutes

Early

0 %

On time

73 %

30 mins late

23 %

60 mins late

0 %

90 mins late

3 %

Cancelled

0 %

On-Time Arrivals

Punctuality

97 %

Early on average 16 minutes

Early

97 %

On time

0 %

30 mins late

0 %

60 mins late

0 %

90 mins late

3 %

Cancelled

0 %

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Flight FAQs

What is the current status of flight cx178?

Flight cx178 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 23:45, arrival 06:55 (updated Oct 2, 2026).
Is flight cx178 on time today?

Flight cx178 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 23:45, with arrival at 06:55. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
Has flight cx178 departed yet? What is the departure time?

Flight cx178 is scheduled to depart at 23:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 23:45, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 2, 2026).
When is flight cx178 scheduled to arrive?

Flight cx178 is scheduled to arrive at 06:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 06:12. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 2, 2026.
What is the gate information for flight cx178?

For flight cx178, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 20. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
What route does flight cx178 fly?

Flight cx178 is operated by Cathay Pacific from Melbourne (MEL) to Hong Kong (HKG). Typical flight time is about 9 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Friday.
How can I check real-time status for flight cx178?

Track flight cx178 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 cx178 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?

If cx178 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, 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 cx178 departed from Melbourne?

Flight cx178 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 23:45.
What is the seat configuration for flight cx178?

Flight cx178 usually flies a Boeing 777-300ER with seat layout 3-4-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.