China records 192 million cross-border trips in Q3; visa-free arrivals up 24 percent
Super Typhoon “Qiangpi” prompts China to warn airlines and ports of week-long disruption
CAAC’s September traffic bulletin shows international passenger rebound continuing
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Shanghai and CAAC map out fast-track plan to build world-class aviation hub
CAAC chief Song Zhiyong and Shanghai Mayor Zhu Zhongming have agreed on a detailed work plan to elevate Shanghai’s airports into a world-class hub, with commitments to optimise air-space, expand Pudong’s Phase IV and streamline multimodal cargo links. The pact signals faster growth in international flight options and logistics efficiency for corporates with China-centric travel and supply chains.
Peach Aviation offers fee-free changes on China routes as Typhoon 30 looms
Peach Aviation has issued a fee-free change and refund waiver for passengers booked on its China flights between 21-23 October as Typhoon No. 30 advances. The early waiver lets corporate travellers reshuffle itineraries before Chinese ATC flow controls ripple through the region, potentially saving on hotel re-bookings and duty-of-care costs.
Canton Fair influx pushes Guangzhou Baiyun Airport’s foreign arrivals up 27 percent
During the first phase of the 140th Canton Fair, Guangzhou’s Baiyun Airport handled 265,000 passengers and 1,700 international flights, with foreign arrivals up 27 percent year-on-year. Over half of visiting buyers used visa-free entry schemes, underscoring China’s more open border stance and signalling tight travel and accommodation markets around major trade events.