China Eastern Airlines has announced the return of its India route with direct flights between Shanghai and Delhi starting November 9.
This move is expected to boost business ties, tourism, and cultural exchanges between India and China.
The airline will operate three flights a week — every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday.
To ensure comfort on the long journey, the airline will use the Airbus A330-200, known for its spacious design and smooth travel experience.
Flight Schedule and Booking Details
According to the airline, Flight MU563 will take off from Shanghai at 12:50 p.m. and reach Delhi at 5:45 p.m. the same day.
The return Flight MU564 will depart from Delhi at 7:55 p.m. and arrive in Shanghai at 4:10 a.m. the next morning.
Tickets are now open for booking, giving passengers more options for travel between the two major Asian cities.
Strengthening India-China Connectivity
The Delhi–Shanghai route is one of the most important air connections between India and China, linking key business and cultural centers.
With this announcement, China Eastern Airlines has fully restored its India network.
InterGlobe Air Transport, which has partnered with China Eastern since 2002, will continue to handle sales, ticketing, and customer support in India.
Adding to the momentum, IndiGo also announced new daily direct flights between Delhi and Guangzhou starting November 10, further improving connectivity between the two nations.
IndiGo has already started daily flights from Kolkata to Guangzhou since October 26.
These new routes mark a positive step toward stronger travel and trade links between India and China.
