World's longest civil aviation route launched between China, Argentina

(ECNS) -- China Eastern Airlines flight MU745 landed at Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, on Thursday afternoon local time. This only non-stop direct passenger route between China and Argentina covers a total distance of 20,000 kilometers, setting a new record for the world's longest single civil aviation flight.

The new route shortens travel time between China and South America by more than four hours, offering passengers a more comfortable and convenient travel experience.

The round-trip flight numbers are MU745/MU746, operated by a Boeing 777-300 large aircraft, with services running twice a week. Flights depart from Shanghai in China on Mondays and Thursdays, with a total travel time of 25 hours and 55 minutes. Return flights depart from Buenos Aires on Tuesdays and Fridays, with a total travel time of 29 hours. Both outbound and inbound flights make a stop in Auckland, New Zealand, for passenger and cargo operations.

(By Gong Weiwei)