Hainan's International Aviation Network adds New Route Between Sanya and London as its Tourism Market Booms

China s Hainan province announced the launch of its first intercontinental route between Sanya and London after China unveiled its plan to build Hainan island into its pilot international free-trade zone.

Release time : 2018-07-16 10:58:58

source : PR Newswire

China's Hainan province announced the launch of its first intercontinental route between Sanya and London after China unveiled its plan to build Hainan island into its pilot international free-trade zone. The maiden voyage carried 214 passengers on a non-stop flight from Sanya's Phoenix International Airport on July 12th 13:00 pm CST. That the flight was filled to 99% capacity, showing Hainan's years of effort in promoting its abundant tourism resources in England have now taken effect. This new flight route not only links Hainan and Europe, but also adds a UK stop to Hainan's international flights. The launching ceremony for the maiden voyage was held by the provincial government of Hainan and China Southern Airlines Company Limited.

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China Southern Airlines' CZ651 departs Sanya at 13:00 CST every Thursday and Sunday, and arrives in London at 18:45 BST. For the return journey, CZ652 departs London at 22:10 BST and arrives in Sanya at 16:20 CST the next day. The total flight time is about 12 hours and 45 minutes.

The British Consulate General Guangzhou Acting Consul General Andrew Ould said, "Hainan is facilitating the construction of China's free-trade zone. I believe that the launch of the direct flight between Sanya and London will help attract more visitors from the UK to spend their holidays in Sanya and UK-based companies to invest and establish facilities in the city." Mr. Ould also shared several favorable policies concerning UK tourists applying for visas.

A Dong, Mayor of Sanya, said that since Europe has become a popular destination among Chinese tourists, Sanya's tourism service providers have also increased their focus on the European market, especially London. The route between Sanya and London is a step towards implementing Hainan's strategy to allow travelers from 59 countries to enjoy visa-free