China Southern Airlines has officially launched its new direct connection between Helsinki Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport, marking the airline's first route to Northern Europe and an important milestone in strengthening ties between China and the Nordic countries.
The new route establishes an important air bridge between the capitals of China and Finland, thereby strengthening aviation relations between China and the Nordic countries.
The route will be operated with Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. During the initial period from March 29 to June 18, the flights will operate three times a week, on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. From June 20, the frequency will be increased to daily departures.
With the airline’s two hubs – Beijing and Guangzhou – and convenient connections in Helsinki, the new route offers easy global connectivity. Passengers can easily travel on to over 50 destinations in China, including major cities such as Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Chengdu and Hangzhou, as well as to Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand. At the same time, Helsinki serves as a key gateway to Northern Europe and the Baltics with convenient connections to central regional destinations. Eligible transit passengers can also enjoy a complimentary one-night hotel stay, including breakfast and airport transfers.
The launch of this route is an important step in China Southern Airlines' continued efforts to expand its global route network. It also strengthens Beijing Daxing's role as a major international hub and confirms the airline's "double-hub" strategy in Beijing and Guangzhou.
Supported by Helsinki's well-established European trucking network, the line enables efficient distribution of e-commerce goods, clothing and industrial components across Europe. For imports to China, it facilitates rapid transport of fresh Nordic seafood, including salmon, directly to Beijing, further strengthening cold chain logistics.
Going forward, China Southern Airlines will continue to expand its international route network and raise service quality, with the goal of offering passengers around the world more seamless, efficient and comfortable travel experiences.
