Typhoon Mangkhut Destroys Singapore‑Hong Kong Flights
It’s one of those days when the sky decides to over‑shoot the itinerary. Singapore’s Changi Airport has seen a major purge of flights to Hong Kong, thanks to the ferocious Super Typhoon Mangkhut.
Flight Roster That Fell Asleep
- Cathay Pacific – 10 flights scrubbed
- Singapore Airlines – 9 flights gone into hibernation
- American Airlines – 5 flights that decided to stay home
- …and a handful of other carriers that followed the same chill‑wave.
Rescheduled Saturdays
Some lucky few are getting another shot at the sky:
- Singapore Airlines SQ868 – rescheduled 7 a.m. on Monday
- Ethiopian Airlines ET1323 – Monday, 7 a.m.
- Virgin Australia VA5646 – also moving to Monday morning.
Impact Back at the Hong Kong End
Flights coming back to Singapore from Hong Kong aren’t immune either. About 28 and a few have gone bust, while 9 managed a safe early landing before the storm’s roar.
What In A Storm Should You Do?
- Check your airline’s website or app for the latest updates.
- Visit the flight status page on Changi’s portal for real‑time info.
- Remember to breathe; storms may be drying, but your patience can survive.
Behind The Numbers
Internationally, 30.5 million people across Asia could feel the tremor—thanks to the United Nations Global Disaster Alert and Coordination System. The sky’s turbulence is a global tune, but it’s the locals who feel the rhythm.
Stay safe, stay curious, and remember: the world is pretty sure that a storm is just a metaphor for a dramatic plot twist in your travel saga.
