In a positive sign for global air travel, China Southern Airlines has announced that it will resume flights to Adelaide, Australia in December 2024. This will mark the first time the airline has operated this route since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The service, which will operate three times a week starting on December 12, will use Boeing 787-8 aircraft.
This route, which originally launched in 2016, was suspended in early 2020 as part of the widespread travel restrictions due to the pandemic. The resumption of flights between Guangzhou and Adelaide highlights the recovery of international air travel, as airlines work to restore connectivity and meet renewed demand.
Strengthening Australia-China Air Links
China Southern’s reintroduction of this route is part of a broader effort by airlines worldwide to reconnect important international destinations. For Australia, this means strengthening economic and cultural ties with China, one of its largest trading partners and a major source of tourism.
Adelaide Airport Managing Director Brenton Cox welcomed the move, stating that “the return of direct flights between Adelaide and Guangzhou is a significant boost for South Australia’s tourism and business sectors, providing new opportunities for growth and international connections.”
Global Aviation Recovery Continues
China Southern’s resumption of flights to Adelaide comes amid a gradual recovery in the aviation industry. Airlines across the globe are expanding their routes and increasing capacity in response to a growing appetite for travel, both for leisure and business purposes. This announcement is another indicator of the aviation industry’s resilience as it bounces back from the unprecedented challenges posed by the pandemic.
