Hangzhou gets direct European flight

KLM ROYAL DUTCH AIRLINES will launch a scheduled service between Amsterdam and Hangzhou (China) on 8 May and becomes the first airline to offer direct service between the city and Europe.  This sixth destination in China consolidates KLM's position in the  fast-growing market.  The new service will operate three times a week with a Boeing 777-200ER configured 35 in World Business Class and 283 in Economy.  Hangzhou is the capital of the province Zhejiang which, together with the neighbouring province Fujian, is home to more than 80m. www.klm.com

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