West Air, a subsidiary of HNA Airlines, is set to launch a new international route connecting Lhasa, Chongqing, and Singapore starting 25 December 2024. The three-times-weekly service, operated by an Airbus A319, will bolster cultural, economic, and tourism exchanges between western China and Singapore.
The outbound flight (PN6425) departs Lhasa on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 17:40, with connections through Chongqing before arriving in Singapore at 03:55 the following day. Return flights (PN6426) operate on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, leaving Singapore at 04:55 and reaching Lhasa at 15:20 via Chongqing.
The new route builds a "two-way bridge" between the tropical island of Singapore and Lhasa, a snowy plateau known for its rich religious culture and historical sites such as the Potala Palace, the Tanggula Mountains, and the crystal-blue Namtso Lake.
Chongqing, as the operational centre for the China-Singapore (Chongqing) Strategic Connectivity Demonstration Project, has strong strategic alignment with Singapore. The new route will serve as a bridge linking western China and the ASEAN region, creating an “air corridor” for the development of a new land-sea corridor in the west. This route will also play a significant role in promoting economic, trade, cultural, and tourism exchanges between Lhasa, Chongqing, and Singapore.
West Air is also offering a range of travel-friendly policies, including
10% discounts for tickets purchased 7 days in advance for small group travellers.
Additional 20kg baggage allowance for international students and immediate family members (available via call center 95373 or at the counter).
"Baggage Beneficial Offer" product, providing a 30kg free baggage limit.
Preferential fares for connecting flights through intermodal transport with Hainan Airlines and other domestic partners.