Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao·2025-11-10 13:44Core Points - Eastern Airlines has officially resumed the "China-India route" after a 5-year hiatus, marking it as the first domestic airline to restart passenger flights between China and India in 2025 [1] - The inaugural flight MU563 from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Delhi carried 248 passengers with a seat occupancy rate exceeding 95% [1] - The route will be operated by an Airbus A330 aircraft with three weekly flights on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays [1] Summary by Sections Route Details - The resumed route connects Shanghai and Delhi, two major economic centers, facilitating comprehensive exchanges in trade and culture between China and India [1] - Flight MU563 departs Shanghai at 12:50 PM and arrives in Delhi at 5:45 PM local time, while the return flight MU564 leaves Delhi at 7:55 PM and arrives back in Shanghai at 4:10 AM the next day, with a total flight duration of approximately 8 hours [1] Future Plans - Eastern Airlines plans to adjust the frequency of flights based on market feedback and aims to restore the Kunming to Kolkata route, as well as introduce a new route from Shanghai Pudong to Mumbai, further enhancing the air route network between China and India [1]