SilkAir to launch flights to Fuzhou

SilkAir, the regional wing of Singapore Airlines, will launch services to Fuzhou, China, starting Nov. 21, subject to applicable approvals.

SilkAir will be offering four weekly flights on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Following the launch of Fuzhou, SilkAir and Singapore Airlines will serve a total of 11 Chinese cities.

The number of destinations in SilkAir's route network will increase to 52 destinations in 14 countries including the Philippines.

The new services will be operated with SilkAir's Boeing B737-800 aircraft, featuring both Business and Economy class cab- ins. Customers will be provided with a full service experience, including in-flight meals, in-flight entertainment on SilkAir Studio, baggage allowance of 40 kilograms and 30 kilograms for Business and Economy class respectively, as well as through check-in if they are connecting to or from another SilkAir or Singapore Airlines point via Singapore.

“We are delighted to launch our new flight route to Fuzhou, the capital of Fujian province. We hope that this would open up exciting opportunities for travellers between Fuzhou and Singapore, and also beyond these two major gateways,” said SilkAir chief executive Foo ChaiWoo.

Flights will be available for booking on a progressive basis through the SilkAir website, call centers and travel agents in the coming weeks.

Fuzhou is a city in South China famous for its sea views, mountains and historical sites. As the capital and one of the largest cities in Fujian Province, Fuzhou is also known as the “city of banyans” because of the numerous banyan trees there. Fuzhou boasts of forest parks, historic temples, ancient architecture and old streets. A few noteworthy attractions include West Lake Park, Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, Pingtan Island and Xichan Temple.