Hong Kong, 27 June 2025 – HK Express Airways (HK Express) today announced the resumption of its seasonal Hong Kong-Miyako (Shimojishima) route! Operating from 27 June, this summer service includes four weekly flights to Shimojishima Airport (SHI), inviting travellers to discover this idyllic southern Japanese archipelago.

HK Express CEO Jeanette Mao said: “As Hong Kong’s only low-cost carrier, we are committed to providing affordable fares and offering a wide range of value-added services, allowing our passengers to “Gotta Go their way”. We are honoured to have recently been named in the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2025 as one of the World’s Top 100 Airlines and World’s Top 3 Most Improved Airline. This recognition of our service quality motivates us to keep improving and provide even better flight experiences for our passengers.”

She added: “With the resumption of our seasonal flights to Shimojishima, HK Express will become Hong Kong's only airline covering all three major airports in Okinawa - Naha Airport, Ishigaki Airport, and Shimojishima Airport - offering nearly 190 weekly round-trip flights to Japan, giving travellers more flexibility in planning their journeys. As a member of the Cathay Group, HK Express leverages the group’s global route network to connect Japan's unique, lesser-known destinations with the world, offering travellers exceptional in-depth Japanese experiences.”

Miyako (Shimojishima) is part of the Miyako Islands, connected by land to Irabu Island and Miyako Island. As the largest island in the archipelago, Miyako Island boasts stunning beach landscapes - Yonaha Maehama Beach is famous for its expansive white sands, the shallow waters of Aragusuku Beach are filled with subtropical fish, while the unique hidden coves and natural rock arches of Sunayama Beach are favourites among photography enthusiasts. Beyond natural beauty, Miyako’s cuisine is equally unforgettable, from tender and juicy Miyako beef to authentic Miyako soba and sweet seasonal mangoes in summer, all guaranteed to provide travellers with memorable culinary experiences.

Miyako (Shimojishima) is part of the Miyako Islands, connected by land to Irabu Island and Miyako Island. As the largest island in the archipelago, Miyako Island boasts stunning beach landscapes - Yonaha Maehama Beach is famous for its expansive white sands, the shallow waters of Aragusuku Beach are filled with subtropical fish, while the unique hidden coves and natural rock arches of Sunayama Beach are favourites among photography enthusiasts. Beyond natural beauty, Miyako’s cuisine is equally unforgettable, from tender and juicy Miyako beef to authentic Miyako soba and sweet seasonal mangoes in summer, all guaranteed to provide travellers with memorable culinary experiences.