China Flights Update — 25 April 2026
flights • 25 April 2026
Etihad Airways is expanding access to China with five new routes from Abu Dhabi to Shanghai (Pudong), Guangzhou, Chengdu, Hangzhou, and Shenzhen, adding 28 weekly flights for a total of 35 weekly services across six Chinese destinations, including existing Beijing flights. According to TV BRICS citing Emirates News Agency (WAM), this major expansion enhances connectivity for US travelers via Abu Dhabi hubs, with services starting soon from Zayed International Airport. China Eastern Airlines will launch direct Shanghai-Zurich flights on June 18, operating Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from Pudong International Airport, complementing its existing Shanghai-Geneva route. Shanghai government sources note this boosts tourism and cultural exchanges, with tickets now available on the airline's website and app, making Europe-China links more convenient for American itineraries routing through major hubs. These developments signal growing international air links to vibrant Chinese cities, ideal for US travelers exploring dynamic destinations like Shanghai's skyline or Chengdu's pandas. Plan ahead via major carriers for seamless connections.Sources
- https://tvbrics.com/en/news/airline-from-uae-to-launch-28-new-weekly-flights-to-china-with-five-new-destinations/
- https://biz.chosun.com/en/en-policy/2026/04/24/Q6E23PUVABGPPEENZHJBEQKHGA/
- https://en.sedaily.com/finance/2026/04/24/korea-expands-china-routes-from-regional-airports-opens
- https://www.timeout.com/india/news/direct-delhi-beijing-flights-finally-here-what-to-know-042226
- https://simpleflying.com/etihad-goes-all-in-11-new-long-haul-routes-5-days/