The route also allows Phuket residents to travel to Wuhan, the land of three kingdoms and home of the Tiger Spirit Shrine.
Mr Santisuk Klongchaiya, Director of Commercial for Thai AirAsia, explained that Phuket is one of the leading destinations for Chinese travelers to Thailand due to its charms. Phuket holds many beliefs and traditions from China and the province shares much of its history with the nation.
Moreover, Phuket is a destination with natural attractions, lifestyle activities and unique nightlife, which makes it a popular choice, he added.
For residents of Phuket, the new route is a great travel option as the city of Wuhan in central China is home to many tourist sites that should be familiar to Thai people such as the Yellow Crane Tower, Butung Mountain, Tiger Spirit Shrine, the Red Cliff and the Shrine of Kuan Yu.