The direct flight between Zhanjiang in South China's Guangdong province and Southwest China's Chongqing was officially launched with the plane from Chongqing landing at Zhanjiang Airport on May 6.

Operated by Air China, the direct flight is available every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. Planes will depart from Chongqing at 4:55 pm and arrive at Zhanjiang at 7:05 pm, and will leave Zhanjiang at 7:55 pm and arrive at Chongqing at 9:55 pm.

The opening of this air route will improve the traffic convenience between Zhanjiang and the southwestern part of China. It is of great significance to the economic and social development, cultural and educational exchanges, as well as the tourism interaction between the two places.