Shandong Airlines will launch direct international flights from Jinan, capital of Shandong province, to Vietnam and Malaysia in January 2026.

Flights to Vietnam will link Jinan with the nation's capital, Hanoi, and its economic hub, Ho Chi Minh City. The Hanoi route will commence on Jan 15, with flights operating daily, while the Ho Chi Minh City route will begin on Jan 16, operating four times a week.

Meanwhile, flights to Malaysia will connect Jinan with the capital, Kuala Lumpur, providing convenient access for both business and leisure travelers.