On Monday, a new non-stop flight route was inaugurated, connecting Dublin Airport directly to Shanghai, creating Ireland’s first direct air link to China’s largest city. This significant development will see China Eastern Airlines operating the service three times a week with their Airbus A350-900 aircraft, marking Dublin Airport’s longest-ever scheduled non-stop flight.
The introduction of this route by China Eastern Airlines, a member of the SkyTeam alliance based in Shanghai, is set to enhance Ireland’s connections with one of the world’s key aviation markets. The airport operator daa emphasized that this new link is expected to promote travel, tourism, trade, and educational exchanges between Ireland and China.
With operations spanning Europe, Asia, Oceania, North America, South America, and the Middle East, China Eastern Airlines Chairman Wang Zhiqing noted that the new service establishes a convenient and efficient air corridor between Ireland and China. This development is anticipated to bolster cooperation and strengthen ties between the two nations.
Dublin Airport officials regard the launch of this route as a major enhancement to their long-haul network. They see it as an opportunity to create new travel possibilities for passengers journeying between Ireland and China, further integrating the airport into the global aviation landscape.