Direct flights between Tbilisi and Shanghai set to launch this Wednesday
Photo: Georgian Airports Association
The Georgian Airports Association on Tuesday announced that direct regular flights between Tbilisi and Shanghai would be launched from Wednesday.
China Eastern Airlines will operate flights three times weekly, every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.
China Eastern Airlines is the third Chinese carrier to operate direct, scheduled flights between Georgia and China.
This new route will contribute to strengthening tourism, business, as well as trade and economic ties. Coupled with visa-free travel, connectivity between the two countries will become even more accessible.
Tickets can be purchased on the airline’s official website: www.ceair.com
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