China’s Beijing Capital Airlines launches direct service to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s efforts to revitalize its tourism sector received a significant boost as Beijing Capital Airlines officially inaugurated its direct flight service between Beijing and Colombo.

The maiden flight, JD-487, touched down at Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake at approximately 1:46 p.m. local time, arriving from Beijing Daxing International Airport. The Airbus aircraft carried 170 passengers and 13 crew members, who were greeted by a formal welcoming delegation.