Erika Malandra A new air link between Milan and Xi'An has been inaugurated, connecting Italy to historical Chinese city famous for its terracotta army.
First direct flight Italy-China inaugurated: China Eastern Airlines new travel opportunities
This route, operated by China Eastern Airlines, is the first direct flight Italy China not only promotes economic but also cultural exchanges, with three weekly flights scheduled for Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. Giulio Gallera, president of the PNRR special commission, described the opening of the flight as "a bridge between Lombardy and China", stressing the importance of strengthening trade and cultural relations between the two nations.
The new airline represents a significant step forward in international relations, bringing the total number of destinations served from Xi'An to 83. In addition to the Milan-Xi'An route, the Shanghai-Venice line has also recently been opened, increasing the number of direct connections between China and Italy to four., which also include Shanghai-Rome and Wenzhou-Rome.
China Eastern Airlines inaugurates the first direct flight Italy-China
To celebrate the launch of the new route, China Eastern Airlines organized a special welcome for passengers, featuring a parade in hanfu, traditional Chinese costumes., accompanied by cultural performances and fusion dishes that mix Chinese and Italian ingredients. This flight not only facilitates tourism to Xi'An, but also stimulates trade exchanges. between two important economic hubs. With this initiative, Milan Malpensa confirms itself as a focal point for international air traffic, opening up new opportunities for travel and cooperation between Italy and China.
