On March 29, 2009, Air China launched the new Chengdu - Hefei - Seoul (return flight) route. Flights depart from Chengdu at 08:20; Hefei at 11:20. Return flights depart from Seoul at 15:25 local time; Hefei at 17:45. Flights operate on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Hefei is located at Anhui Province in China. Anhui has 208 sites classified as A-class National Tourist Zones, which include 2 AAAAA zones (Huangshan and Jiuhuashan) and 42 AAAA zones. Known for its rich cultural heritage, Anhui Province has a large number of historical and cultural monuments. Huangshan, Jiuhuashan and Huangmei Opera, as well as other famous sites, have attracted more than ten million domestic and foreign visitors annually to the beautiful and charming Anhui.

By opening the new route, Air China continues to provide passengers with more and better flight services. Chengdu will also be used as a hub where passengers can enjoy additional transfer services.