China Eastern Airlines to Launch Direct Auckland-Buenos Aires Flights

1. Route Specifications

• Flight Numbers: MU789 (AKL→EZE) / MU790 (EZE→AKL)
• Flight Time: ~12 hours 30 minutes (11,700km)
• Connections: Seamless transfers from Shanghai/Peking via AKL

2. Market Opportunity

• Trade Growth: China-Argentina trade reached $25B in 2024 (+18% YoY)
• Passenger Demand: 45,000 annual travelers between Asia & Argentina via AKL
• Cargo Potential: Fresh NZ dairy + Argentine beef/winery shipments

3. Executive Statements
"This route fills a critical gap in Southern Hemisphere connectivity, offering the fastest path between Asia and Argentina's economic hub."
— Li Jun, China Eastern Network Planning Director

4. Competitive Landscape

• Currently served by:
  ✈ LATAM (via Santiago)
  ✈ Qantas (via Sydney)
• MU's advantage:
  ✓ Only carrier offering AKL-EZE nonstop
  ✓ Lower operating costs than competitors

5. Traveler Benefits

• Time Savings: 5hrs faster than SYD/MEL connections
• Baggage: Through-check from 18 Chinese cities
• Loyalty: Earn points in Eastern Miles program

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