“五一”第一波客流已经出发了！白云机场口岸将迎客流高峰

Group 1: Travel Trends and Statistics - The early bird bookings for the May Day holiday have increased by 30% compared to last year, with travel dates from April 25 to April 29 [1] - The peak travel day is expected to be April 30, with a significant increase in passenger flow starting from April 29 [1] - The "long tail effect" of the May Day holiday indicates sustained high passenger flow until May 11 due to many workers utilizing both public holidays and annual leave [1] Group 2: Airline Operations - China Southern Airlines plans to enhance capacity for domestic and international travel, with increased flights to popular destinations such as Bangkok and new routes to Budapest and Belgrade [2] - Eastern Airlines is adjusting its fleet to increase seat availability on key routes, adding 1,264 seats in Guangdong during the holiday period [2] Group 3: Airport and Passenger Flow - Baiyun Airport anticipates an average daily passenger flow of about 50,000 during the May Day holiday, with peak values potentially exceeding 53,000 [3] - The airport will also launch a dedicated pet terminal, marking a first in the country for pet travel at an airport [3] Group 4: Railway Transportation - The railway transport period for May Day runs from April 29 to May 6, with an expected increase in passenger numbers, sending 1.856 million passengers on April 29 alone, a rise of 350,000 from the previous day [4] - The railway department plans to operate 2,490 additional trains during the holiday, with a 10.6% increase in daily high-speed train services [4][5] Group 5: Cross-Border Travel - The cross-border passenger flow on the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong high-speed rail has surpassed 10 million, with a peak of 136,000 passengers on January 31 [6] - The high-speed rail is enhancing regional tourism and economic activity, creating a "1-hour living circle" that connects major cities in the Greater Bay Area [6] Group 6: Historical Context - The Spring Festival transport period saw nearly 4 million passengers, a 24% increase year-on-year, while the Easter holiday recorded 452,000 passengers, up 10.6% [7]