Starting September 30, 2024, Air Serbia will launch direct flights between Belgrade and Guangzhou (CAN) in the People’s Republic of China. This expansion comes less than two years after the introduction of regular flights between Belgrade and Tianjin, marking a continued growth of operations in Asia for the Serbian national airline.
In the current summer season, running until October 26, 2024, Air Serbia will operate flights twice a week between Belgrade and Guangzhou. Flights from Belgrade to Guangzhou will depart on Mondays and Fridays at 00:50 local time, with return flights from Guangzhou to Belgrade scheduled for Mondays and Fridays at 22:10 local time. Tickets for these flights will go on sale today.
Guangzhou holds significant importance as one of the largest cities and key trade centers in China. Known as the “Gateway to Southern China,” Guangzhou boasts a modern and dynamic atmosphere alongside a rich cultural heritage. Its attractions include ancient city quarters, Cantonese gardens, and notable landmarks like the historic Temple of the Six Banyan Trees, which dates back over 1500 years and offers a serene Buddhist sanctuary. The city is also celebrated for its diverse culinary scene, featuring authentic Cantonese cuisine with a variety of exotic dishes.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, located 28 kilometers from the city center, serves as a major international air hub with connections to nearly 230 destinations worldwide. It played a pivotal role in China’s national initiatives such as the “Belt and Road” and the “Silk Road in the Air,” and it remains a central airport in the Greater Bay Area of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao. Despite challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Guangzhou Baiyun Airport maintained its status as one of the world’s busiest airports in terms of passenger traffic.
Air Serbia will deploy Airbus A330-200 aircraft from its long-haul fleet for the Belgrade-Guangzhou route. Currently operating two A330-200s, with a third expected soon, the airline aims to enhance connectivity not only between Belgrade and Guangzhou but also to other cities across China, East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Australia through potential partnerships with major Chinese airlines.
This expansion underscores Air Serbia’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, stimulating economic growth, and fostering cultural exchanges between Serbia and China, supported by recent high-level agreements enhancing their strategic partnership into a new era.
