China is expected to see 171.76 million cross-regional passenger trips on Wednesday, the 38th day of its annual Spring Festival travel rush, according to the country's Ministry of Transport.
The figure marked a 1.7-percent decrease from the previous day but a 0.6-percent increase from the same period in 2025.
China's railway system expects to handle an estimated passenger volume of 9.1 million trips, down 2.9 percent from the previous day and 11.5 percent from the same period in 2025.
The passenger flows on roads are set to reach an estimated 159.96 million trips, down 1.6 percent from the previous day but up 1.4 percent from the same period of last year.
Waterway passenger volume is expected to hit an estimated 630,000 trips, down 1.5 percent from the previous day and up 11.1 percent from the same period in 2025.
The civil aviation sector expects to handle 2.07 million passenger trips, up 0.8 percent from the previous day but down 1.7 percent from the corresponding period of the year before.
Cross-regional passenger flow lowers as Spring Festival travel rush nears end
A special movie-themed flight campaign lifted off with Xiamen Airlines on Tuesday, blending film culture with tourism promotion to deliver a unique in-flight experience for passengers ahead of China's upcoming May Day holiday.
The campaign took off aboard a plane operated by Xiamen Airlines, which are based in east China's Fujian Province, bringing the magic of the big screen to the small screens on passengers' seats.
The aircraft's cabin has been adorned with film-themed posters and exclusive decorations, with brochures introducing the featured film content placed in seat pockets.
During the flight, the crew also hosted an interactive question-and-answer session, where they promoted some of the top films scheduled for release during the five-day May Day holiday which begins on Friday.
They also shared insights into the featured films, including the cultural and tourism resources of their shooting locations, giving passengers inside cinematic info and essential travel tips during their trip.
The immersive themed experience resonated well with passengers on the flight, who say they are now eager to check out some of the latest film releases.
"There are eight films recommended here, and I'm going to watch them when I get back. I'm keen to see Cold War 1994, because I'm a big fan of Aaron Kwok and the other cast members. I have been following the film all along," said Wang Jianghai, a passenger on the flight, as he expressed his interest in the upcoming crime thriller set in Hong Kong.
The flight attendants involved say they enjoyed having their role extend beyond the standard service duties during this particular plane ride, as they led passengers on this cinematic voyage.
"Today, we are more than just flight attendants. We are more like guides for this movie-themed journey. At 10,000 meters in the air, we get to plant a seed in our passengers' hearts that will make them want to take a trip or go watch that film. We want this to be the start of a beautiful memory for them," said Zhu Yanyan, the flight's chief attendant.
The launch of the themed flight comes as China braces for a surge in travel and cultural consumption during the May Day holiday. By integrating cinematic content with air travel scenarios, the campaign seeks to build a seamless link between the film and cultural tourism sectors, unlocking new growth momentum for both industries.
Movie-themed flight takes off in Fujian, integrating film culture with tourism
