Hong Kong Airlines Launches New Direct Flight Service to Okayama, Japan

HONG KONG, March 4, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Commencing on 28 March 2016, Hong Kong Airlines, an internationally-acclaimed full-service airline, will be the first and only carrier providing direct daily flight service between Hong Kong and Okayama, Japan. The new service will be operated by an all-economy class Airbus A320 aircraft, further strengthen the airline's network in Japan.

Hong Kong Airlines will launch its new direct flight service to Okayama, Japan on 28 March 2016.

Okayama is situated in the southeastern Chugoku region and faces the Seto Inland Sea. The mild climate and scant rainfall make Okayama ideal for growing grapes, peaches, and other fruits. Okayama is endowed with abundant natural beauty, including the islands in the Seto Inland Sea, the Seto-ohashi Bridge that spans Honshu and Shikoku islands, Mt. Washu-zan, which overlooks the scenery of the islands and the bridge, and the Hiruzen-kogen Highlands in Daisen-Oki National Park. Other must-see historic sites and historical structures include the Okayama Castle, noted for its unique black exterior, and the Kibitsu-jinja Shrine, which has a national treasure sanctuary and worship hall as well as the important cultural property Kita-zuishin-mon Gate.

Situated in the Okayama City, the Koraku-en Garden is one of the three major gardens in Japan, offers a beautiful view of the Okayama Castle. The Koraku-en Garden, which took 14 years to complete in the 17th century, was the first lawn garden in Japan. The garden is about 130,000 square meters and consists of ponds, wooden bridges, woodlands, teahouses and a Noh stage (for performing traditional Japanese Noh drama). Visitors can also enjoy a panoramic view of the garden from the top of Yuishin-zan Hill.

Mr. Li Dianchun, Chief Commercial Officer of Hong Kong Airlines said, "We are very delighted to launch new service to Okayama of the Chugoku region following the inaugural of Miyazaki and Kumamoto in Kyushu last year. With the upcoming sakura blossom season in Japan, we believe Okayama will become another popular travel destination this year, and further strengthen our network in Japan. This will also offer passengers more diverse options for business and leisure travel."

The flight schedule for Okayama route is as follows (*All Times Local):

With the launch of Okayama service, it will be the sixth destination adding to our Japan network. Complemented by the existing two daily flights to Okinawa, five-time weekly service to Sapporo, thrice-weekly service to Kagoshima, twice-weekly flights to Miyazaki and Kumamoto, Hong Kong Airlines will operate a total of 33 weekly flights between Hong Kong and Japan starting from March, further strengthening its route network.

About Hong Kong Airlines

Established in 2006, Hong Kong Airlines is a full-service airline firmly rooted in Hong Kong with a wide destination network covering over 30 major cities across the Asia Pacific region, including Gold Coast, Beijing, Shanghai, Taipei, Sapporo, Bangkok, Bali and Okinawa. The current operating fleet is made up of 28 Airbus aircraft with an average age of around 3.6 years, consisting of 23 passenger aircraft and five freighters, being one of the youngest fleet in the world. Hong Kong Airlines has been awarded the internationally acclaimed 4-star rating from Skytrax since 2011. Adhering to the concept of "Fresh and Very Hong Kong", Hong Kong Airlines is committed to "Bringing Greater Journeys Sky High", and is dedicated to providing a pleasant and enjoyable journey to all passengers.

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