HK Express Launches New Changzhou Route

HK Express Chief Commercial Officer KK Ong (Fourth from left), HK Express Marketing & Ancillary General Manager Mingjun Lu (Third from left), Airport Authority Hong Kong Hub Development General Manager Ray Li (Fourth from right), Airport Authority Hong Kong Hub Development Assistant Manager Raymond Wong (Third from right) and cabin crew celebrated the new route launch at Hong Kong International Airport.
 

HK Express Airways (HK Express) today launched Hong Kong's first direct flight to Changzhou, Jiangsu Province, operating three weekly flights to Changzhou Benniu International Airport (CZX). This new route enhances travel flexibility for leisure and business travellers while strengthening HK Express' commitment to the Chinese Mainland’s Yangtze River Delta region. The inaugural flight from Changzhou to Hong Kong today took off with a full load, showcasing a robust enthusiasm from the public. Through our codeshare partnership with Cathay Pacific, travellers from Changzhou and neighbouring cities can seamlessly connect to Cathay Pacific’s worldwide network via Hong Kong, and facilitating inbound visitors from around the world to reach Changzhou for business, tourism and cultural exchange. This two-way connectivity will further enhance international exchanges and economic links.

HK Express CEO Jeanette Mao said: "Changzhou is one of our key expansions in our Chinese Mainland network this year. As our fourth Chinese Mainland destination after Beijing (Daxing), Ningbo and Sanya, we believe this route will attract international visitors to the Yangtze River Delta while offering Jiangsu residents convenient connections through Hong Kong to Asian destinations.”

"We are committed to offering affordable fares with flexible travel options, and anticipate this Changzhou route will stimulate bilateral tourism, enhance travel experiences, and strengthen Hong Kong's role as an international aviation hub," she added.

Changzhou boasts a fusion of historical legacy and contemporary development, where natural landscapes and cultural heritage coexist. Visitors can enjoy boating on the picturesque Tianmu Lake or explore the well-preserved Yancheng ruins from the Spring and Autumn Period, featuring a rare triple moat system that has survived for 2,500 years. The city's literary heritage shines through sites like Taibai Tower, where Tang Dynasty poet Li Bai composed poetry during his visits, and Juzhou Pavilion, the former residence of Northern Song Dynasty writer Su Dongpo which now serves as a memorial park displaying his original calligraphy. Modern attractions include China Dinosaur Park with its immersive prehistoric exhibits and the redeveloped Qingguo Lane area where ancient canal warehouses have been transformed into cultural spaces. As a key manufacturing hub in the Yangtze River Delta, Changzhou honours its industrial heritage while leading innovation in new energy technologies, making this culturally rich and dynamic city well worth multiple visits to fully appreciate its depth.

HK Express management marked the launch of its new Changzhou route with a celebration at the Hong Kong International Airport, joining passengers for commemorative photos and distributing special souvenirs to commemorate the inaugural flight.

Changzhou Benniu International Airport welcomed HK Express’ inaugural flight with a water canon salute.

HK Express management team and Changzhou Benniu International Airport representatives taking a commemorative photo to celebrate the Changzhou inaugural flight.

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