China Eastern Airlines to launch new C919 route between Shanghai and Zhengzhou, expanding its network to 18 destinations
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For the 2026 winter-spring flight season, China Eastern Airlines (CEA) has dynamically optimized the route network for its domestically produced C919 aircraft, taking into account seasonal characteristics and fleet operations. During this new season, CEA will deploy its 17 C919 aircraft across 20 domestic and regional routes, with a planned average of 490 flights per week.
Recently, CEA launched three new C919 routes: Shanghai Pudong–Guangzhou, Shanghai Pudong–Beijing Daxing, and Xi'an–Chongqing. Starting November 15, the airline will also introduce a new C919 route connecting Shanghai Hongqiao and Zhengzhou. By then, CEA's C919 fleet will serve a total of 18 destinations across 16 cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Xi'an, Chongqing, Chengdu, Taiyuan, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Xiamen, Zhuhai, Lanzhou, Shenyang, Harbin, and Zhengzhou.
For enthusiasts of China's homegrown large aircraft, CEA continues to offer its "C919 Premium" (C919 Youxiang) product. Passengers who purchase "C919 Premium" tickets via the China Eastern Airlines official website, mobile app, or mini-program have the chance to receive a complimentary C919 aircraft model. This exclusive "in-flight souvenir" not only reflects a passion for aviation culture but also helps turn a journey aboard a domestically produced civil aircraft into a cherished flying memory.