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Major Flight Delays and Groundings Across Key Chinese Airports

Major Flight Delays and Groundings Across Key Chinese Airports
Image: Blue Sky Roof at Shanghai Airport Terminal by VicunaR via flickr, by-sa

On May 22, 2026, significant disruptions impacted airline operations at several major airports in China, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Beijing, and Shanghai. Around 60 flights were grounded across these hubs, with approximately 598 flights delayed. The disruptions involved prominent carriers such as China Eastern, Air China, and Shenzhen Airlines, leading to considerable disturbances in scheduled services.

Passengers traveling through these airports faced widespread delays, with many required to rebook flights amid the cancellations and postponements. These disruptions affected key travel centers in the country, creating notable challenges for both airlines and travelers on the affected day.