Latest route openings, resumptions, and travel policy updates for flights to China
China announces expansion of the 144-hour visa-free transit policy starting 2026, covering more ports of entry and eligible countries including Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, and Japan.
China announces 30-day visa-free entry for ASEAN country citizens including Malaysia and Singapore, significantly lowering barriers for inbound tourism.
As of February 2026, direct routes from KUL to mainland China have reached 33, covering Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Guilin, Dunhuang and more — a new record.
Batik Air's charter route from Kuala Lumpur to Xining inaugurated on April 18, 2026, marking the first direct flight between Malaysia and Qinghai, China.
Spring Airlines plans to launch Nanjing-KUL direct flights from March 28, 2026, using Airbus A320 aircraft with approximately 5h35m flight time.
Xiamen Air has officially resumed direct flights between Hangzhou and Kuala Lumpur, further strengthening air connectivity between China and Malaysia.
Shandong Airlines opens Jinan-KUL direct route, adding a new Chinese departure city for Visit Malaysia 2026.
China Southern Airlines announces plans to open a direct Malaysia-Chongqing route via codeshare operations, further expanding the China-Malaysia aviation network.
A direct route from Urumqi to Kuala Lumpur is planned to launch on August 28, 2026, becoming an important link between Northwest China and Malaysia.
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