Zhong Guo Min Hang Wang·2025-10-28 10:33Group 1 - The successful inaugural flight of the Xilin Hot—Zhengzhou—Guangzhou route by China Southern Airlines (CZ8533) took place on October 28, 2025 [1] - The new route is operated by Boeing 737-800 aircraft with flights scheduled every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, providing efficient travel options for passengers [3] - The flight schedule includes a total travel time of approximately 6 hours, facilitating quick transfers between northern and southern regions through the Zhengzhou hub [3] Group 2 - To celebrate the launch of the new route, Xilin Hot Airport and China Southern Airlines are offering promotional ticket prices starting from 780 yuan for one-way flights to Guangzhou and 430 yuan to Zhengzhou, excluding airport construction and fuel fees [4] - The opening of this route optimizes the network layout of Xilin Hot Airport, connecting three distinct tourist regions: the Xilin Gol Grassland, the Central Plains culture of Zhengzhou, and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [4] - This new connection is expected to enhance personnel exchanges, material circulation, and cultural interactions between northern and southern regions, thereby boosting regional cooperation and economic development [4]