Singapore-based no frills airline, Scoot has launched the only low-cost link from Singapore to Shenyang and Qingdao .

Commencing late last week, the three times weekly service operates on a Singapore – Qingdao – Shenyang – Qingdao – Singapore route.

The carrier’s chief executive Campbell Wilson said the two cities were selected for strategic purposes and tourism appeal.

“Qingdao, a coastal city of nearly 9m world famous for its great beer, is regularly judged China’s most liveable city,” he explained.  

“Shenyang... is a strategic gateway to North East China.”

The route runs on the following timetable: