China Eastern Airlines Flight 5242 Deals & Information (2025/2026)

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Frequently asked questions

What route does flight number MU5242 take?
Flight number MU5242 takes about 2 hours and 25 minutes to jet directly from Xiaoshan Intl. Airport (HGH) to Taiyuan Airport. Sure, there’s magic in the destination, but getting there is half the fun!
How often is MU5242 on time?
China Eastern Airlines flight number MU5242 from Hangzhou Xiaoshan Intl. Airport to Taiyuan Airport runs as scheduled 82% of the time — so you can relax with confidence knowing that you’ll get to your destination ASAP. If this flight is delayed, you can expect a wait time of approximately 20 minutes. This route has a star rating of 2.75.
What kind of plane is on flight number MU5242?
The Boeing 737 is the type of plane that’s generally used for flight MU5242. This flight almost always jets off from Hangzhou Airport (HGH-Xiaoshan Intl.) and comes in to land at Wusu Airport (TYN).
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my flight to a later date?
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