Kansai Airports is thrilled to announce the launch of Juneyao Airlines’ new service connecting Kansai and Wuxi, starting July 1, 2024. This route marks Juneyao Airlines’ fifth connection to Kansai International Airport (KIX), adding to its existing routes from Shanghai, Nanjing, Beijing, and Haikou (via Shanghai Pudong). This expansion signifies Kansai Airports Group’s commitment to enriching passenger convenience and ensuring delightful travel experiences.
The new flight schedule offers daily service:
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HO1643:
Wuxi 11:45 – KIX 15:30*
HO1644:
KIX 16:30 – Wuxi 18:15The flights will be operated by an A320NEO aircraft with a capacity of 164 seats (8 business, 156 economy).
Kansai Airports was established through a consortium led by VINCI Airports and ORIX Corporation. It took over operations of Kansai International Airport (“KIX”) and Osaka International Airport (“ITAMI”) from New Kansai International Airport Company (“NKIAC”) on April 1, 2016. Furthermore, Kansai Airports Kobe, a wholly-owned subsidiary, began managing Kobe Airport (“KOBE”) on April 1, 2018, following its acquisition from Kobe City.
Operating under the “One Kansai Airports Group” concept, the organization is dedicated to enhancing services for all airport visitors through strategic investments and efficient management, prioritizing safety and security. Its overarching goal is to maximize the potential of these three airports for the benefit of their respective communities.
ORIX Group, founded in 1964, has evolved into a diverse corporate entity with a global presence spanning financing, investment, life insurance, banking, asset management, real estate, concessions, environmental and energy sectors, automobile-related services, industrial/ICT equipment, ships, and aircraft. With operations in approximately 30 countries and regions, ORIX employs around 35,000 people worldwide. Guided by its Purpose, “Finding Paths. Making Impacts.,” ORIX unites globally to foster sustainable development across the globe.
VINCI Airports, a leading private airport operator, manages over 70 airports across 13 countries. Renowned for its global integration expertise, VINCI Airports excels in developing, financing, constructing, and overseeing airports. It leverages its investment capabilities and operational proficiency to optimize performance, upgrade infrastructure, and lead environmental transitions. Committed to sustainability, VINCI Airports initiated an international environmental strategy in 2016, aiming for net-zero emissions across its entire network by 2050.
