Vietnam Airlines launches Da Nang-Shanghai route

National flag carrier Vietnam Airlines on January 19 officially launched a non-stop route connecting the central coastal city of Da Nang and China’s Shanghai.
Vietnam Airlines launches Da Nang-Shanghai route ảnh 1Passengers on the first flight of the Da Nang - Shanghai route of Vietnam Airlines (Photo: VNA)

Hanoi (VNA) – National flag carrier VietnamAirlines on January 19 officially launched a non-stop route connecting thecentral coastal city of Da Nang and China’s Shanghai.

The first flight coded VN528 took off from the Da Nang International Airport at17:55 and departed from Shanghai at 23:20 on the day. It used Airbus 321aircraft with four-star services.

This is the carrier’s 19th route linking Vietnamand China.

Besides connecting the two large cities, the Da Nang – Shanghai route opened upopportunities for passengers to tour fascinating destinations in both nationsvia direct flights of Vietnam Airlines such as Shanghai-Da Nang- Hanoi/HCM Cityor Da Nang-Shanghai-Hangzhou-Da Nang.

Vietnam Airlines is currently offering round-trip airfare starting from 227 USD(exclusive of taxes and fees) on the route. The promotion rate is applicablefor all bookings until January 31, 2020 for travel from January 19 to March 28,2020.

Tickets are available on the airline’s official website at www.vietnamairlines.com, mobileapplication, and booking agents across the country.

As the most livable city in Vietnam, Da Nang city has attracted millions ofdomestic and foreign visitors thanks to its stunning landscapes and excellenttourism products.

Meanwhile, Shanghai is an economic hub of China. Its ancient and modernarchitectures, together with vibrant shopping and entertainment activities, havemade it a popular tourism destination for foreigners./.
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