HK Express Launched New Route to Komatsu on 24 April

Discover a new direct route to Komatsu and explore Japan's Hokuriku region

_{William Cheng, Chief Financial Officer of HK Express, KK Ong, Chief Commercial Officer of HK Express, Ricky Chong, Assistant General Manager, Air Network Development of the Hong Kong Airport Authority, Chiemi Maruyama, Executive Director of Japan National Tourism Organisation (JNTO) Hong Kong Office, Taisuke Izuno, Director of JNTO Hong Kong Office, in a group photo with HK Express management team and crew members at Hong Kong International Airport.}

Hong Kong, 24 April 2025    HK Express Airways (HK Express) today officially launched the new exclusive direct route connecting Hong Kong with Komatsu Airport (KMQ) in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan. The new service offers three direct flights per week, eliminating the need to transfer through Tokyo, which enables travellers to reach Komatsu from Hong Kong in just four hours, and makes exploring Japan’s Hokuriku region easier than ever!

HK Express CEO Jeanette Mao said: “Komatsu is our third new Japanese route this year, marking a significant step in our expansion into the Hokuriku region. With this launch, our network in Japan has expanded to 12 destinations, solidifying our position as the Hong Kong airline with the most Japanese routes.”

She added: “We are committed to providing affordable fares and comprehensive ancillary services, enabling more travellers from Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area to uncover these hidden treasures in Asia. With our extensive network covering 12 Japanese destinations, travellers can enjoy flexible ‘Open Jaw’ itineraries──flying directly to Komatsu and returning from cities such as Osaka, Tokyo, or Nagoya for a more comprehensive travel experience. Furthermore, through our partnership with Cathay Pacific’s global network, travellers can seamlessly connect to exciting destinations worldwide──the choice is yours!”

Ishikawa Prefecture is renowned for its "slow living" culture, offering a tranquil and refined escape from urban life. Whether it is immersing in the local life of Komatsu, relaxing in hot spring towns, savouring fresh seafood in Kanazawa, or wandering the historic Higashi Chaya District, visitors can experience the perfect blend of tradition and modernity. Plan your next journey to Komatsu and immerse yourself in the unique allure of “Slow Hokuriku”.

_{HK Express management team, Hong Kong Airport Authority management team and JNTO representatives celebrate the inaugural flight of the Komatsu route with passengers at Hong Kong International Airport, distributing commemorative gifts.}

_{A ceremonial launch event was held in Komatsu Airport to mark the inaugural flight.}

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About HK Express 

HK Express is an IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) registered airline. It has also received a “7-star safety rating” – the highest honour from airlineratings.com, a renowned independent airline rating review agency worldwide. For the first time, HK Express was named one of the top four in the 2025 World’s Best Low-Cost Airlines by AirlineRatings.com.

As a member of the Cathay Group, HK Express has successfully empowered over 30 million passengers to travel on their own terms since transforming into a low-cost carrier. It is widely trusted and favoured by its customers.

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