What is the difference between Direct and Non-stop flights?
Although both of them may turn into "direct flights" and "direct flights", they are not the same. Direct's regulations are more relaxed. As long as the flight number remains the same, even if there is a stop in the middle, or even change the plane, it is considered Direct; and Nonstop does not stop the shift, there will be no stop in the middle.
Can you give an example?
Take Evergro (BR) flying London's BR067 flight as an example. After the plane departs from Taoyuan, it will stop in Bangkok before flying to London. If your destination is Bangkok, then you are on a nonstop flight; if your destination is London, this is a Direct flight for you, and Bangkok is the so-called "Technical Stop".
If there is a stop, what is the difference between Direct and Transit?
There are two differences between Direct and the general transfer. First, the checked baggage usually does not need to get on and off the plane. As long as the person lifts the baggage and disengages the machine, he can re-apply on the machine later (sometimes even staying in the waiting position), eliminating the trouble of the transfer being unable to connect; second, In general, the transfer will be subject to the airport tax at the stop, while the Direct flight will be waived.
Combining the above two points, Direct is not as convenient as Nonstop, but it is also superior to the general turn.
Do all airlines have Direct flights?
Almost all, such as Cathay Pacific (CX) from Hong Kong (HKG) Flying Brisbane (BNE) Some stops in Cairns (CNS); Singapore Airlines (SQ) from Singapore (SIN) Flying San Francisco (SFO) will stop in Seoul (ICN) ).
In addition, China Airlines (CI) from the Taoyuan (TPE) to Rome (FCO) once stopped Delhi (DEL), but after the introduction of the new A350 aircraft, it has changed to direct flight without stopping.