Effective from Oct 27, 2024 to March 29, 2025, the Shanghai Airport Authority has implemented its 2024 winter-spring flight schedule with enhanced international routes.

The authority plans to manage an average of 2,403 flights daily, with 1,627 from Shanghai Pudong International Airport and 776 from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. This includes 1,646 domestic flights and a year-on-year increase of 5.2 percent to 561 international flights, including those to Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan.

During the period, Shanghai's airports will connect to 252 destinations, including 161 domestic and 91 international locations. New domestic destinations include Anshan, Ulanhot, Jiayuguan, and Kashgar. Key international cities with increased flight frequencies include Los Angeles, London, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Cairo.

Both Pudong and Hongqiao airports are enhancing their cultural and commercial services.

At Pudong Airport, discounts of up to 50 percent are available on selected souvenirs and international brands like Emporio Armani and Jimmy Choo. Passengers can enjoy interactive cultural experiences at the Shanghai Museum Shop. Dining options have expanded to a variety of Chinese and Western cuisines, with brands like O'mill, FASCINO, and Carino.

Hongqiao Airport will hold cultural exhibitions such as the Shanghai Paper-Cutting Exhibition and Shanghai Charm Photography Exhibition, showcasing the city's unique culture to travelers.

The Shanghai Airport Authority has increased international flight frequencies for the 2024 winter-spring schedule. [Photo/AVINEX]