Qi Lu Wan Bao·2026-02-04 07:33Core Insights - The 2026 Spring Festival travel season will run from February 2 to March 13, lasting 40 days, with an expected record high of 95 million passengers in civil aviation [1] - Eastern Airlines plans to deploy 822 passenger aircraft, including 14 domestically produced C919 aircraft, executing 125,000 flights during the Spring Festival period, with an average of over 3,200 flights per day, representing a year-on-year increase of approximately 3.6% compared to 2025 [1] Group 1 - The travel demand for returning home, visiting relatives, students, and tourism has seen a significant increase, particularly due to the 9-day extended holiday during the Spring Festival [3] - Popular domestic travel destinations include Sanya, Harbin, Chengdu, Haikou, and Kunming, while international routes are mainly focused on South Korea, Southeast Asia, and Australia/New Zealand [3] - The "two trips" model, where travelers return home first and then travel for tourism, is expected to become more common this year [3] Group 2 - Eastern Airlines plans to operate 742 flights from Jinan during the Spring Festival, significantly increasing capacity compared to regular days [3] - The airline connects multiple important cities in China, including Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu, and continues to operate direct flights from Jinan to Sydney, providing convenient options for travelers [3][4] - The launch of the "one-click standby" ticket purchasing feature on Eastern Airlines' official app allows travelers to apply for standby tickets easily, enhancing customer convenience [4]