Direct air connectivity between India and China has resumed after a five-year break, with Air China restarting its Beijing-Delhi service. The flights will operate three times a week on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, utilizing an Airbus A330. Economy fares start at 3,570 yuan (approximately $523 USD). Additionally, China Eastern Airlines has resumed flights between Kunming in Yunnan Province, China, and Kolkata, India, offering six weekly round trips with Boeing 737 aircraft. These developments follow the recent launch of IndiGo's daily nonstop service between Kolkata and Shanghai. The suspension of direct flights since the 2020 Galwan clash and the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted bilateral relations, making this resumption a crucial step towards rebuilding engagement between the two nations. The Ministry of External Affairs of India has confirmed the resumption of these routes, highlighting the importance of the aviation sector in facilitating renewed dialogue.