Starting October 26, Xiangyang Airport will implement its winter flight schedule, restoring round-trip flights between Xiangyang and Taiyuan. The new season will last until March 28, 2026, with 8 airlines operating at Xiangyang Airport, serving 28 cities.

Through active coordination between the Xiangyang Transportation Bureau and Xiangyang Airport, in addition to restoring the Taiyuan route, this season will continue operating the Urumqi=Xiangyang=Sanya route that opened during the summer season, while increasing flight frequency to Wuxi and Lijiang.

Continuing 1 route. Tianjin Airlines operates the Urumqi=Xiangyang=Sanya flights with flight numbers GS7531/2, operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

Increasing frequency on 1 route. Loong Air operates the Wuxi=Xiangyang=Lijiang route with flight numbers GJ8791/2, increasing from Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays to daily flights.

Optimizing 1 route. Loong Air’s Wenzhou=Xiangyang=Chongqing and Yinchuan=Xiangyang=Lanzhou routes have been adjusted to Wenzhou=Xiangyang=Lanzhou route with flight numbers GJ8959/60, operating on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

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Due to winter operation characteristics, flight times for some routes including Shenzhen, Changchun, and Guangzhou have been adjusted. Shenzhen Airlines’ evening flights between Xiangyang and Shenzhen have been moved up by 2 hours; Loong Air’s Changchun=Xiangyang=Guangzhou route times have also been adjusted earlier. Some flight numbers have changed, passengers are advised to verify details when purchasing tickets.

Passengers can check the latest flight information through official channels and arrange their travel plans accordingly.

Xiangyang Airport

Xiangyang Airport is a regional airport serving the city of Xiangyang in Hubei Province, China. It was originally built as a military airfield in the 1940s and later converted for civilian use, with its new terminal opening in 2017 to accommodate growing passenger traffic.

Taiyuan

Taiyuan is the capital of Shanxi province in northern China, with a history dating back over 2,400 years. It served as a significant military and political center for various dynasties, including the Northern Qi and Tang. Today, the city is a major industrial hub known for its historical sites like the Jinci Temple, an ancient architectural complex.

Urumqi

Urumqi is the capital of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in northwestern China and one of the world’s most inland major cities. Historically, it was an important hub on the northern Silk Road, serving as a key stop for caravans and traders. Today, it is a modern industrial and cultural center, reflecting a mix of Han Chinese and Uyghur influences.

Sanya

Sanya is a popular coastal city on the southern tip of China’s Hainan Island, renowned for its tropical beaches and luxury resorts. Historically, it was a backwater fishing village, but its modern development was accelerated after Hainan was designated a province and special economic zone in 1988. It is now a major tourist destination, often referred to as “China’s Hawaii.”

Wuxi

Wuxi is a historic city in Jiangsu province, China, situated on the shores of Lake Tai. Known as a center for China’s national industry and commerce, it has a history dating back over 3,000 years and was historically renowned for its prosperity derived from the clay pottery industry and as a hub for rice and silk production.

Lijiang

Lijiang is a historic city in Yunnan Province, China, renowned for its well-preserved ancient town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its history dates back over 800 years, serving as a crucial hub for trade along the old Tea Horse Road. The city is also famous for its unique Naxi ethnic minority culture and its intricate canal system.

Kunming

Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province in southwestern China, is known as the “City of Eternal Spring” for its pleasant year-round climate. Historically, it was a hub on the ancient Southern Silk Road and later served as a critical Chinese military center during World War II. Today, it is a modern city and a gateway to the region’s natural wonders and diverse ethnic cultures.

Chongqing

Chongqing is a major metropolis in southwestern China, strategically located at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers. Historically, it served as the provisional capital of China during the Second Sino-Japanese War (1937-1945). Today, it is renowned for its dramatic mountainous setting, spicy cuisine, and status as a vital industrial and economic hub.