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Does Cathay Pacific
code as Travel?

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MCC Code
3078
Category
Cathay Pacific
Reward Category
Travel
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Amex Platinum
5x MR on flights booked direct
5x MR
Chase Freedom Unlimited
5% back on travel via Chase
5% back
Capital One Venture X
5x miles on flights via C1 Travel
5x miles
Capital One Venture
5x miles on flights via C1 Travel
5x miles
Citi Custom Cash
5% back on top spend category (auto)
5% back

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What MCC code does Cathay Pacific use?
Cathay Pacific uses MCC 3078 — Cathay Pacific. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Cathay Pacific by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Cathay Pacific count as cathay pacific for credit card rewards?
Yes — Cathay Pacific codes as Cathay Pacific (MCC 3078), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a cathay pacific category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Cathay Pacific?
The best card depends on how Cathay Pacific codes. Since it uses MCC 3078 (Cathay Pacific), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.