China Flight Chaos: Cancellations Snarl Major Hubs
More than 100 flights across China have been cancelled or delayed, disrupting travel through Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu and other key hubs.
Wayne Hall is a travel journalist for The Traveler, specializing in travel news, aviation updates, and destination impacts.
More than 100 flights across China have been cancelled or delayed, disrupting travel through Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu and other key hubs.
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