On the evening of October 2, Da Nang City welcomed flight number CZ8155 of China Southern Airlines (code: CZ), with more than 170 passengers from Shenzhen (China), landing at Da Nang International Airport.
The welcoming ceremony took place solemnly in the lobby of International Terminal T2 - Da Nang International Airport, with the presence of leaders of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Department of Foreign Affairs, Da Nang International Airport, Da Nang International Terminal Exploitation Investment Joint Stock Company (AHT) and relevant agencies.
As soon as they landed, passengers on the flight were warmly welcomed with special traditional art performances and souvenirs.
According to Ms. Truong Thi Hong Hanh - Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Da Nang City, China is one of the key international markets for Da Nang tourism, with a steady growth in the number of visitors and many consecutive years in the top international markets to the city.
The return of China Southern Airlines and the opening of the Shenzhen - Da Nang route is an important milestone, contributing to strengthening trade and tourism connections between the two localities. At the same time, it promises to grow the Chinese tourist market to Da Nang in the coming time.
The Da Nang tourism industry will continue to make efforts to implement tourism promotion activities, promote tourism and restore flights from major cities in China to Da Nang in the coming time, Ms. Hanh affirmed.
According to Ms. Mairehaba Yisilayili - Representative of China Southern Airlines in Vietnam: According to the plan, China Southern Airlines will operate six round trips with specific flight schedules on October 2, 6, 10, 14, 18, and 22. As one of the leading airlines in Asia, China Southern Airlines always strives to bring passengers safe flights with comfortable and efficient services.
On the side of AHT Company, Mr. Ho The Anh - General Director of AHT Company said that the return of China Southern Airlines is a signal that the company has been waiting for for a long time.
"On the side of Da Nang International Station, we are committed to providing infrastructure and ground services according to the highest standards, closely coordinating with the airline to ensure a smooth and safe operation process, contributing to creating a good starting experience for all tourists when coming to Da Nang city", Mr. Anh emphasized.
The favorable start of the Shenzhen - Da Nang route is expected to open a more strong and comprehensive cooperation development phase, not only a bridge for trade and tourism but also contributing to strengthening cooperation and connectivity between the two cities of Da Nang and Shenzhen.