China Eastern Airlines resumes direct Kolkata & Kunming route from April 18

China Eastern Airlines plans to further expand its footprint in India with upcoming routes like Mumbai–Shanghai.

Following the successful relaunch of its Delhi–Shanghai service, China Eastern Airlines has announced the resumption of flights between Kunming and Kolkata, effective April 18. This strategic resumption is said to deliver on the airline’s commitment to strengthening air connectivity between India and China. The flights on this new route will operate six times weekly, featuring both business and economy class cabins.

Facilitating this expansion is InterGlobe Air Transport, the airline’s exclusive General Sales Agent (GSA) in India for over two decades. The Kunming–Kolkata route is said to be a key component of the airline’s footprint and growth strategy in India, designed to foster trade, tourism, and cultural exchange. Through the Kunming (KMG) hub, passengers can access seamless connections in China to major hubs such as Shanghai, Beijing Daxing, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Yiwu, Xiamen, Shenzhen, Xi'an and more.

Looking ahead, China Eastern Airlines plans to further expand its footprint in India with upcoming routes like Mumbai–Shanghai, continuing its mission to provide Indian travellers with greater access to China and beyond.