Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-02-23 08:22Core Insights - During the peak return period of the Spring Festival holiday, ticket prices for flights from Hainan surged, with some prices approaching 10,000 yuan, while ferry tickets across the Qiongzhou Strait were sold out [1][10] - Major airlines have increased flights, with over 2,000 additional flights scheduled during the Spring Festival period, and various measures have been implemented to facilitate passenger transport [1][13] Flight Pricing and Demand - On February 23, ticket prices for flights from Sanya and other locations in Hainan to major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen saw significant increases, with some prices nearing 10,000 yuan [1] - Prices are expected to drop significantly after February 26 [1] Airline Operations - The four major airlines have added flights to meet the high demand, with a total of over 2,000 additional flights planned during the Spring Festival, increasing seat capacity by approximately 600,000 [13] - The Civil Aviation Administration approved additional flights to popular destinations, with daily flights from Hainan to Beijing and Shanghai exceeding 100 during the peak days [13] Capacity and Infrastructure Improvements - The use of larger aircraft has been prioritized to increase seat availability, with wide-body aircraft operations increasing by 13% compared to last year during the Spring Festival [13][14] - Temporary air routes have been implemented to alleviate congestion during peak flight times, improving airspace capacity by 15% [14] Passenger Volume Statistics - Since the start of the Spring Festival travel season on February 2, the three major airports in Hainan have seen record-breaking passenger throughput, with over 20,000 passengers on 15 separate days [14]