Haikou Meilan International Airport (hereinafter referred to as “Meilan Airport”) has launched the “Chongqing ⇋ Haikou ⇋ Auckland” international passenger route, which will facilitate economic, trade, and cultural exchanges among the three cities.

The “Chongqing ⇋ Haikou ⇋ Auckland” route is operated by Hainan Airlines using Boeing 787 wide-body aircraft, with one flight every Thursday and Saturday. The outbound flight HU785 departs from Chongqing at 21:55 Beijing time, lands in Haikou at 00:25 the next day, takes off from Haikou at 2:55, and arrives in Auckland at 18:10 local time. The return flight HU786 departs from Auckland at 20:45 local time, lands in Haikou at 5:00 Beijing time the next day, takes off from Haikou at 7:30, and arrives in Chongqing at 9:50.

Since 2025, Meilan Airport has opened nine new international and regional routes, including Haikou ⇋ Tokyo, Haikou ⇋ Osaka, Haikou ⇋ London, Hangzhou ⇋ Haikou ⇋ Jakarta, and Haikou ⇋ Jeddah. In the future, routes such as Changchun ⇋ Haikou ⇋ Singapore and Haikou ⇋ Jakarta will also be launched, continuously expanding domestic and international route coverage and flight frequency.

Haikou Meilan International Airport

Haikou Meilan International Airport is the primary airport serving Haikou, the capital of China’s Hainan province. It was opened in 1999, replacing the older Haikou Dayingshan Airport, to accommodate the island’s growing tourism and economic development. The airport is a major gateway to Hainan and is classified as a large-scale regional hub.

Chongqing

Chongqing is a major city in southwestern China with a history spanning over 3,000 years, serving as the capital of the Ba State during ancient times. It gained historical prominence during World War II as the provisional capital of China, enduring significant Japanese bombing campaigns. Today, it is a sprawling megacity and a key economic hub, famous for its mountainous terrain, hot pot cuisine, and location at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers.

Haikou

Haikou is the capital and largest city of Hainan Province, China, historically serving as a major port on the island’s northern coast. Its history as a trading hub dates back centuries, with notable colonial-era architecture in the old quarter reflecting its past. Today, it is a modern gateway city known for its tropical climate and as the political and economic center of Hainan.

Auckland

Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city, founded in 1840 as the nation’s first capital. The area has significant Māori history as Tāmaki Makaurau, known for its strategic location between two harbors and its many volcanic cones. Today it serves as a major Polynesian cultural hub and economic center.

Tokyo

Tokyo is the bustling capital of Japan, originally established as the small fishing village of Edo. It rose to prominence after becoming the seat of the Tokugawa shogunate in 1603 and was officially renamed Tokyo when it became the imperial capital in 1868. Today, it is a global metropolis renowned for its modern skyscrapers, advanced technology, and rich cultural heritage.

Osaka

Osaka is a major port city and commercial hub in western Japan, historically known as the country’s merchant capital since the Edo Period. It is famous for its modern architecture, vibrant nightlife, and street food, particularly in the Dōtonbori district. The city is also home to historic sites like the 16th-century Osaka Castle, which played a pivotal role in the unification of Japan.

London

London is the capital of England and the United Kingdom, a historic city founded by the Romans nearly two millennia ago. It has since grown into a major global metropolis, renowned for its iconic landmarks such as the Houses of Parliament, Buckingham Palace, and the Tower of London.

Jakarta

Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia, located on the northwest coast of Java. Historically known as Sunda Kelapa and later Batavia under Dutch colonial rule, it became the center of the Dutch East India Company’s trading network in the 17th century. Today, it is a bustling, sprawling metropolis that serves as the country’s political and economic hub.