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First Air China flights touch down in Prestwick

[ June 2, 2025   //   ]

The first Air China Cargo scheduled freighter service from Guangzhou, China, to Prestwick, Scotland landed at Prestwick on 2 June. Initially operating with three flights per week, the plan is to increase to seven per week.

Prestwick chief executive Ian Forgie said: “With the addition of the three new Air China Cargo flights we now have seven flights a week between China and Glasgow Prestwick. We are excited to see the possibilities for Scottish exporters as we hope the return flights will become a strong trade lane between Scotland and Greater China and an alternative cargo gateway to and from the UK.”

The airport’s country sales director for Greater China Colin Dai, added: “The launch of Air China Cargo’s first scheduled freighter service between China and the UK is a proud milestone for Glasgow Prestwick Airport.

“As China’s national flag carrier, Air China Cargo’s decision to operate direct flights between Guangzhou and Glasgow Prestwick is a strong vote of confidence in our capabilities and ambition to become the UK’s leading gateway for East Asia trade. We are honoured to partner with such a prestigious airline and look forward to building a strong, long-term relationship together.”

In May, China Southern Air Logistics signed an agreement with Glasgow Prestwick Airport for an initial four freighter flights a week from Guangzhou with plans to increase to a daily service.

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