The start of China's post-Spring Festival travel peak proved a relatively smooth affair as no major traffic problems were reported on Feb. 12 at a time when millions were returning to their place of work.

The situation was in stark contrast prior to the start of the Chinese Lunar New Year starting on Feb. 7 when millions of people trying to get home were stranded at railway stations, airports and on the roads after heavy snow and icy rain hit the country.

According to China Central Television (CCTV), 660,000 people were expected to fly on Feb. 12 with 110,000 passengers went through the airport in the city of Guangzhou while the figure was expected to hit 170,000 at Beijing Capital International Airport (BCIA).