Guangzhou airport leaps to 19th in global connectivity as Chinese hubs expand international routes

OAG's Megahubs 2026 report shows Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport jumped from 36th to 19th in global connectivity, the largest rise among all airports. This reflects Chinese carriers' aggressive expansion of international networks, signaling a continued recovery and growth in China's aviation sector. The trend underscores China's increasing role in global air travel infrastructure.