Imagine jetting from Shanghai in the Chinese mainland all the way to Buenos Aires, Argentina, with just one pit stop! ✨ Yesterday (December 4), China Eastern Airlines launched MU745, officially the world's longest single-flight route.
This epic one-way journey covers about 20,000 kilometers and includes a refueling stop in Auckland, New Zealand. By slicing out extra layovers, it slashes travel time between the Chinese mainland and South America by over four hours. ⏰🌏
Whether you're a digital nomad chasing café vibes in Buenos Aires or a culture-hunting globetrotter, this new route makes it way easier to bridge East and West. 🌐💼 Pro tip: pack snacks and load up your fave playlists or binge-worthy series—this is one marathon flight you'll remember!
- Distance: ~20,000km
- Stopover: Auckland for refueling
- Time saved: 4+ hours
With this milestone, the sky's not the limit – it's just the beginning. Could this be the future of global travel? Share your thoughts below! 💬
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World's longest single-flight route links Shanghai to Buenos Aires
cgtn.com
