Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and codeshare partnerships
Ethiopian Airlines adds fifth weekly flight to Singapore
Ethiopian Airlines has launched its fifth weekly flight on the Addis Ababa-Singapore route, reinforcing its role as a key link between South-east Asia and Africa.
The new service also includes Kuala Lumpur, expanding travel options for Malaysian passengers and boosting the airline’s presence in the Asia-Pacific region.
Vietjet launches Hanoi-Chengdu service
Vietjet has commenced direct flights between Hanoi and Chengdu, operating four round-trip services per week. The new route strengthens the airline’s presence in China and enhances regional connectivity by providing non-stop access to Sichuan province from both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
This launch is part of Vietjet’s broader expansion in China, which has seen the introduction of seven new routes this year. The airline now connects Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City with major Chinese cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu. A new Hanoi–Xi’an service also began on July 6, further expanding Vietjet’s China network and boosting travel options across Asia.
Cambodia Airways expands network with Phnom Penh-Penang route
Cambodia Airways has officially launched its inaugural direct flight from Phnom Penh to Penang, which landed at Penang International Airport on June 26.
Flights will operate every Thursday and Sunday on a 150-seat Airbus A319.
This new route reflects both nations’ commitment to improving accessibility and driving mutual growth in tourism and trade.
Hong Kong Airlines boosts connectivity with direct Hong Kong–Xi’an flights
Hong Kong Airlines will start flying non-stop between Hong Kong and Xi’an five times a week from July 18. This new route supports the Belt and Road Initiative by encouraging tourism, culture, and trade between the regions.
The airline has recently expanded its network to include inland cities such as Dunhuang, Xining, Vientiane, and Danang, with flights operated using Airbus A320 aircraft.
In addition, Hong Kong Airlines is increasing frequencies on several mainland China routes, offering two daily flights to Hangzhou and Nanjing, and four daily flights to Shanghai Pudong. These additions complement an extensive network that covers key cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Chongqing, Chengdu, and others, providing travellers with a wide range of options to explore China.
