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Widespread Flight Suspensions Hit Major Chinese Cities Including Beijing and Shanghai

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt・10 October 2025

A series of suspensions by China Eastern Airlines has led to significant travel disruption in major Chinese cities, including Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Kunming. Multiple cancellations have affected travelers and caused widespread inconvenience. The exact cause and scale of affected flights and passengers remain unclear.

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Significant travel disruption has unfolded across China as China Eastern Airlines announces the suspension of more than a dozen flights. The cancellations impact major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Kunming, as well as others, affecting a considerable number of air travelers nationwide.

Passengers in the affected cities have been left without alternatives, with news reports highlighting the nature and scale of these abrupt cancellations from China Eastern Airlines. The latest development, marked by multiple suspensions, has led to widespread inconvenience at some of the nation's busiest airports. Although precise numbers of flights and passengers impacted were not provided in the available article, reports confirm that the disruption is ongoing and involves over a dozen scheduled flights.

This latest wave of flight cancellations points to operational challenges for both China Eastern Airlines and the several airports involved. The situation emphasizes the necessity for travelers to remain updated on their flight status, particularly in the cities mentioned. While the exact reason behind the cancellations remains unspecified in the article, the disruptions have been verified as causing significant inconvenience to air passengers across China.

At this time, the expected duration and total scope of the disruption are unknown, as no timeline for the resumption of regular service has been announced. Passengers are advised to check directly with China Eastern Airlines or their airports for the latest updates regarding rescheduled flights or alternative arrangements.

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Rerouting or refund
If your flight is canceled, your airline must provide an alternative. Some laws say you can choose a full refund instead.

Food and essential care
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Accommodation
Some passenger rights say the airline must provide accommodation when your journey is delayed overnight.

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This advice is provided to help you if your flight is delayed or canceled. However, the exact care and compensation you are entitled to will depend on your specific circumstances and flight.
Always follow the directions of your airline, particularly with regard to times you must present yourself for check-in and boarding.

Quick facts

Disruption:

Delays and Cancellations

Cause:

Other

Compensation:

Not eligible for compensation

Flights affected:

252

Status:

Current disruption

Airlines affected:

China Eastern Airlines

Airports affected:

Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Kunming

Checked by:

Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt

Date updated:

10 October 2025

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