Budapest strengthens Chinese connection
Just six months after its inaugural service with Shanghai Airlines took off, Budapest Airport has announced the addition of two other Chinese destinations on its route map. Following…
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Air China boosts Bangkok flights
Air China will start a new flight from Wenzhou in China to Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi airport. The new service will start on 3 November and will continue until 31 March. Using a 180-seat…
Air China places order for 20 Airbus A350-900s
Air China has struck a sale agreement for 20 Airbus aircraft at a cost of approx USD 6.54 billion. The carrier said, the planes of the wide-body A350-900 type, were set to be delivered…
Air China triples daily flights between London and Beijing
Air China, the country's major carrier to the UK, has introduced the new Airbus A350-900, operating on its London Heathrow to Beijing route.
ITB China announces Air China as new partner airline
Air China will be the partner airline of ITB China 2019 marking the first time that China’s national flag carrier will hold this title.
Air China moves direct flight service to London Heathrow
China’s largest air carrier to the UK, Air China, will move its direct service between Chengdu and Beijing from London Gatwick to London Heathrow.
Hidden China: Uncovering secret spots with travel expert Amy Fabris-Shi
Air China has teamed up with travel expert and author Amy Fabris-Shi, who listed the top five places that Brits should put on their 2019 travel bucket list.
Air China says China is the top travel destination for 24% of Brits
Air China has uncovered that almost a quarter of Brits (24%) have China as their top travel destination on their bucket list.
Air Canada and Air China sign joint venture agreement in China-Canada Year of Tourism
In December of last year Air China and Air Canada announced they would be expanding their codeshare and lounge service agreements. Now, the two airlines have added more depth to their…
Sabre stays “at the heart” of Air China disruption management
Just one week into June and Sabre Corporation has already hit our headlines three times. First up we had news that the American-based travel-tech maestros have teamed up with Microsoft,…
Air China expands global reach with non-stop flights to Copenhagen
Air China will begin non-stop flights between Beijing and Copenhagen from May 30, 2018. Once the new route launches, passengers will be able to arrive comfortably in Andersen's dreamlike…
Air China and Air Canada build “foundation of a profound cooperation”
Air Canada and Air China Limited have announced that the airlines will expand their mutual codeshare services and lounge agreement in time for the 2018 Canada-China Year of Tourism,…
Air China chooses new in-flight entertainment system
Air China has chosen to equip its new fleet of Airbus A350 aircraft with Panasonic's latest in-flight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solution.
The Beijing-based carrier has…
Asian air route updates from AirAsia, Bangkok Airways, Air Astana and more
AirAsia launches Borneo's new intra-island route
Where? Kuching (Malaysia) to Pontianak (Indonesia)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? AirAsia
Why? Low-cost carrier expands…
Air China develops “express route” to Europe
Air China has teamed up with Beijing and Frankfurt airports to develop a new "express route" between China and Europe.
The new "Easy Way Beijing-Frankfurt" project is aimed at allowing…
Asian air route updates: new flights from Norwegian, Spring, Air China and more…
Spring adds low-cost link between key Asian cities
Where? Shanghai Pudong (China) to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Spring Airlines
Why?…
Chinese airlines see shrinking profits
Despite continued strong passenger growth, Chinese airlines experienced declining profits in the first quarter of 2017.
The China Securities Journal, which is published by the…
Air China suspends North Korea flights
Air China has suspended some of its flights to the North Korea, as tensions between Pyongyang and the rest of the world start to simmer.
Initially, China's state-run broadcaster,…
Asian air route updates: Air China, Thai Smile, SpiceJet and more
SpiceJet links South Asian mega-cities
Where? Kolkata (India) to Dhaka (Bangladesh)
When? Daily, effective 23 March 2017
Who? SpiceJet
Why? Low-cost carrier creates a short…
Asian air route updates: Air Canada, AirAsia, Air China and more
Air Canada launches Montreal-Shanghai
Where? Montreal (Canada) to Shanghai (China)
When? Daily, effective immediately
Who? Air Canada
Why? National carrier continues to expand…
Asian air route updates: Cebgo, IndiGo, Air China and Malaysia Airlines
Cebgo provides first ever flights to Tablas
Where? Manila to Tablas (both the Philippines)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately
Who? Cebgo
Why? Designed to stimulate traffic…
Asian air route updates: China Southern Airlines, Vietjet and more
Malindo spreads wings to Saudi Arabia
Where? Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to Jeddah (Saudi Arabia)
When? Twice a week, effective 21 February 2017
Who? Malindo Air
Why? Islamic pilgrimage…
Chinese airlines plans US flights from Chongqing
Two Chinese airlines have applied for permission to launch new flights from Chongqing to the US.
Air China and Hainan Airlines have both applied to the Civil Aviation Administration…
Air China expands in Eastern Europe
Air China has added a new connection between Beijing and Eastern Europe, following the launch of its inaugural flight to Poland.
The maiden Beijing-Warsaw flight departed on 21…
Air China gets connected to Silicon Valley
Air China expanded its US network this week with the launch of its inaugural flight to San Jose, the Californian city that serves as the gateway to Silicon Valley.
The maiden flight…
Air China to link Sydney with Chengdu
Air China has confirmed plans to launch a new direct service between Chengdu and Sydney.
At a press conference in Chengdu on Thursday, the airline revealed that the new route would…
Air China to launch first flights to Poland
Air China will continue to expand its presence in Eastern Europe next month with the launch of its first ever direct flights to Poland.
Commencing on 21 September 2016, the carrier…
Air China enters Dreamliner era
Air China has taken delivery of its first ever Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
The new long-haul jet was officially handed over to the airline in a ceremony in Beijing last week. Air…
Air China to link Shenzhen with Frankfurt
Air China will launch a new non-stop service between Shenzhen and Frankfurt next month.
Commencing on 20 May 2016, the airline will operate the route three times a week using a…
Air China links Chongqing and Dubai
Air China has launched the first ever non-stop between Chongqing and Dubai.
The new service commenced on 2 April and will run three times a week using a 251-seat, two-class Airbus…
Air China reveals Dreamliner routes
Air China will start taking delivery of its new fleet Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft in the coming months, and the airline has now revealed the routes on which it intends to deploy the…
United, Air China join forces on trans-Pacific routes
United Airlines and Air China have signed a new agreement aimed at coordinating their operations between the US and China.
Building on an existing partnership, the new multi-year deal…
Air China flies to Silicon Valley
Air China is planning to launch flights to the US city of San Jose, which lies in California's high-tech hub Silicon Valley.
Commencing on 16 June 2016, the airline will operate…
Air China to receive first Dreamliner in May
Air China will welcome its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft on 5 May 2016.
The arrival of the new B787-9 aircraft will make the Beijing-based airline the first in China to operate…
Air China to connect Shenzhen with Melbourne
Following the recent launch of the first flights between Shenzhen and Sydney, Air China has applied for permission to launch services from the southern Chinese city to Melbourne.
In…
Air China links Chongqing and Dubai
Air China will launch the first ever direct service between Chongqing and Dubai on 2 April 2016.
The flights will operate three times a week, will departing Chongqing’s Jiangbei…
Air China seals deal for six Boeing 777s
Air China has placed an order for six more Boeing 777s, as it continues to expand its long-haul fleet.
The new B777-300ER aircraft, which are valued at more than US$2 billion, add to…
Chinese aviation bites, including three new airlines
Sichuan Airlines to link Chengdu with Prague
Sichuan Airlines has revealed plans to launch the first direct flights between Chengdu and Prague. Scheduled to commence as early as…
Air China plans direct Chengdu-Sydney flights
Air China intends to launch the first direct service between Sydney and Chengdu next year.
The airline has applied to Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for permission to…
Air China launches first flights to New Zealand
Air China launched its first flights to New Zealand today (10 December).
The new direct service between Beijing and Auckland will operate under a joint venture with Air New Zealand,…
Air China’s Cuba flights to launch this month
Air China will start flying to Cuba later this month.
On 27 December 2015, the airline will extend its existing Beijing-Montreal route to the Cuban capital, Havana.
Flights will…
Air China plans more European flights from Shanghai
Air China is planning to expand its long-haul operations from Shanghai with the launch of two new routes to Europe.
The company has applied to the Civil Aviation Administration of…
Spring flies to North Korea, and more Chinese airline news…
Spring Airlines plans North Korea flights
China's Spring Airlines is planning to launch its first ever flights to North Korea. The low-cost carrier has applied to Civil Aviation…
Chinese aviation bites, including a new route to Cuba
China Southern goes long-haul from Shenzhen
China Southern Airlines is planning to launch two new long-haul routes from the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen.
According to a…
Air China boosts South Asian connections
Air China is planning to launch a series of new South Asian services, including flights to India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and the Maldives.
On 25 October, the Chinese carrier will…
Air China to launch second New York route
Air China will expand its US network this month with the launch of flights to New York's Newark Liberty International Airport.
The new route will commence on 26 October 2015,…
Chinese airlines expand South Asian links
Airlines in China are adding more connections to cities in South Asia.
On Saturday (26 September), China Eastern Airlines commenced a new direct flight between Shanghai and Sri…
Air China flies to Montreal
Air China will launch its first flights to Montreal this month.
Commencing on 29 September 2015, the new Beijing-Montreal service will mark the first direct trans-Pacific connection…
Air NZ, Air China to launch Beijing-Auckland route
Air New Zealand and Air China will launch a new route between Beijing and Auckland this year, as part of their strategic alliance.
The partnership, which has just been approved by…
Air China to fly direct to Mumbai
Air China has confirmed plans to launch flights connecting Beijing and Mumbai.
The new direct service will commence on 25 October 2015, operating four times a week. Flights will…
Air China to link Chengdu with Paris
Air China has applied for permission to launch direct flights between Chengdu and Paris.
In a statement on the website of Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), the aviation…
Wendy Wu offers £99 biz class upgrades on China bookings
Wendy Wu Tours has partnered with Air China to offer a business class upgrade for just £99 per person (one way) on a range of its private and group China tours departing between 21 Sep and…
Air China teams up with United on more routes
Air China and United Airlines have signed a new partnership that will expand their networks in the US and China.
The two airlines, which are partners in the Star Alliance, have added…
Air China flies to Melbourne and Montreal
Air China is expanding its long-haul international network with the launch of two new routes, to Melbourne and Montreal.
The new direct Beijing-Melbourne service will commence on 1…
Air China to add Los Angeles, Paris flights
Air China is adding extra flights to Los Angeles and Paris this summer.
This month, the Beijing-based carrier launched four new weekly flights to Los Angeles. To complement its…
China Southern plans multiple routes to Mount Fuji
China Southern Airlines is planning to launch a series of new routes to the Japanese city of Shizuoka, which serves as the gateway to Mount Fuji.
On 15 May, the Chinese carrier will…
Chinese airlines add African flights
Two of China's largest airlines will expand their networks to Africa in the second half of 2015.
On 5 August, China Southern Airlines will launch three weekly flights to the Kenyan…
Chinese airlines report strong Q1 earnings
China's “big three” airlines have made a strong start to 2015, with rising revenues and profits in the first quarter.
State-run Air China, China Eastern Airlines and China Southern…
The Brief: New air routes, 23-27 March
Qatar Airways to fly to Zanzibar
Qatar Airways will launch flights to Zanzibar on 1 July, the airline’s third gateway in Tanzania after Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro.
The new…
Air China expands international network
Air China has unveiled plans to launch several new international services, including an alliance with Air New Zealand.
The Beijing-based carrier will launch a new daily direct service…
Air New Zealand to join forces with Air China
Air New Zealand and Air China have released details of a proposed alliance.
The partnership would see Air China launch a new daily direct service between Beijing and Auckland, which…
Air China spreads wings in Eastern Europe
Air China has unveiled plans to launch flights to two new destinations in Eastern Europe.
On 1 May 2015, the airline will commence a new route from Beijing to Budapest, via Minsk. The…
Air China to take over SAA’s Beijing-Jo’burg route
Air China will take over the operation of the Beijing-Johannesburg route, which is currently served by South African Airways (SAA), China's People's Daily has reported.
The state-run…
Air China receives two more Boeing 747-8s
Air China welcomed two more Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental aircraft last month.
One arrived on 10 December and the second touched down in Beijing on 31 December.
The two jumbo jets,…
Air China buys 60 Boeing aircraft
Air China has placed a major order for 60 new Boeing aircraft.
The US planemaker revealed that the Beijing-based carrier has committed to purchase a mix of its standard single-aisle…
Boeing to break China delivery record
Boeing expects to deliver a record number of commercial aircraft to China this year.
The US planemaker expects Chinese airlines to receive 150-160 Boeing jets in 2014, up from 143…
Air China to link Colombo with Chengdu
Air China will expand its operations in South Asia next year with the launch of a new route to Colombo.
Commencing in early February 2015, the Chinese national carrier will operate…
Air China pens partnership with Air NZ
Air China has signed a statement of intent that could pave the way for a new strategic alliance with Air New Zealand.
The proposed alliance between the two national carriers and Star…
Air China seals major Canadian tie-up
Air China has signed a major new agreement that will expand its coverage in Canada.
Under a new Memorandum of Understanding, Air China and Air Canada have agreed to enter into a…
Air China flies new 747 to Shanghai
Air China has launched its brand new Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental aircraft on the Beijing-Shanghai route.
The aircraft, which is the largest in Air China's fleet, touched down at…
Air China welcomes Asia’s first Boeing 747-8
Air China has celebrated the delivery of its first ever Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental - the new version of Boeing's famous old jumbo jet.
The new aircraft took off from Boeing's factory…
Air China to double London flights
Air China will double the number of flights it operates between Beijing and London next month.
In October 2014, the carrier will add a second daily service to London Heathrow Airport.…
Preferred teams up with Air China
Preferred Hotel Group has formed a new partnership with Air China that will reward the airline's frequent flyers.
Members of Air China’s PhoenixMiles FFP will now be able to earn up…
Air China to start welcoming new Boeing 747s
Air China will take delivery of its first Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental aircraft next month.
The Beijing-based carrier has placed orders for seven of the new long-haul jets, and the…
Lufthansa, Air China form joint venture
Lufthansa and Air China have signed a new joint venture agreement that will see the two carriers team up on flights between Europe and Asia.
During German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s…
Air China goes paperless with Abacus
Air China is adopting Abacus International's electronic miscellaneous document (EMD) technology for paperless ticketing.
The Beijing-based carrier will use Abacus EMD outside China,…
Air China pens merchandising deal with Travelport
Air China has signed a new merchandising agreement with Travelport that will see the airline participate in the travel technology company's new 'Rich Content and Branding' programme.…
Hawaiian Airlines launches Beijing flights
Hawaiian Airlines has launched its first ever flight to mainland China, with the start of a new service to Beijing.
The new route commenced last week, and Hawaiian will now operate…
Air China to launch London Gatwick flights
Air China will launch flights to the UK's second busiest airport, London Gatwick, later this month.
Commencing on 30 March 2014, the national carrier will operate four weekly flights…
Air China to connect US, China capitals
Air China has unveiled plans to launch a new direct service between the capital cities of China and the US - Beijing and Washington DC.
Launching on 10 June 2014, the new flights will…
Air China boosts international network
Air China is expanding its international network with the launch of flights to five new destinations: Jeju, Yangon, Vienna, Barcelona and Vladivostok.
Commencing on 30 March 2014, Air…
Air China to trial high-speed Wi-Fi
Air China will trial a new high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi system onboard its Airbus A330 aircraft.
An agreement with Honeywell Aerospace will see the Chinese carrier install and test the…
Air China flies to Hawaii
Air China has launched its first ever flight to Hawaii.
The inaugural service between Beijing and Honolulu departed on 20 January 2014, following a ceremony at Beijing Capital…
Chinese airlines prepare for New Year travel surge
Airlines in China are adding thousands of extra flights to cater for the expected surge in traffic during the Lunar New Year holidays.
Described as the world's biggest human migration,…
Air China flies daily to Houston
Air China will increase the frequency of its Beijing-Houston route to daily this summer.
The airline only launched the route eight months ago, but said that "strong demand from…
Air China to fly B777 to San Francisco
Air China will deploy a new Boeing 777-3000ER aircraft on its daily flight between Beijing and San Francisco next year.
From 11 February 2014, the new 311-seat, three-class aircraft…
Air China to launch Wuhan-Chiang Mai
Air China will introduce a new service connecting the central Chinese city of Wuhan with Chiang Mai in northern Thailand.
Launching on 10 December 2013, the twice-weekly flight will…
Air China returns to Gatwick
Air China will resume its flights from Gatwick to Beijing next summer.
The airline will reintroduce the four times a week service on 30 March 2014 using an Airbus A330-200.
The…
Air China flies to Angkor
Air China will start flying to Siem Reap, the gateway to Angkor Wat, next month.
Commencing on 1 December 2013, the Beijing-based carrier will initially operate twice weekly flights…
Thailand could offer visa-free travel to Chinese
Thailand is planning to offer visa-free travel to Chinese tourists, China's Premier Li Leqiang has said.
On a visit to Bangkok, where he met Thailand's Prime Minister Yingluck…
Asian aviation tidbits
Spring Airlines to launch cross-Strait flights
Spring Airlines has announced plans to launch direct flights to Kaohsiung. Commencing on 27 October 2013, the new service will mark the…
Air China expands Canada codeshare
Air China has expanded its codeshare agreement with Air Canada.
The latest deal will see the two Star Alliance partners add six new destinations in Canada and six in China to the…
Air China to suspend Beijing-Sendai service
Air China has announced that it is suspending the scheduled service from Sendai, Miyagi prefecture to Beijing via Shanghai from 27 October 2013 to 29 March 2014. There will be no Chinese…
Beijing arrivals slump, despite visa waiver
The launch of a 72-hour visa waiver scheme for transit visitors has had little impact on Beijing's tourism trade this year.
According to the latest data from the city's tourism…
Air China launches flights to Houston
Air China has commenced a new service to Houston - its fourth destination in the US and its fifth in North America.
The new trans-Pacific flights took off for the first time on…
China, Canada ink new aviation agreement
China and Canada have agreed a new bilateral air services agreement (ASA) that will enable more commercial flights between the two countries.
The new rules, which replace the previous…
Asian aviation tidbits
Asiana to add Indonesia flights
Asiana Airlines has announced plans to launch two new routes to Indonesia. From 19 July 2013, the South Korean carrier will commence daily flights…
Air China celebrates one year in Mumbai
Air China celebrated the completion of its first year of operations in Mumbai, India.
The first ex-Mumbai Air China flight was operated on 3 May 2012. Besides, Mumbai, the airline…
New airline to launch in Qingdao
China's aviation authorities have approved the launch of a new airline, based in the northeastern port city of Qingdao.
The Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) announced on…
Air China boosts long-haul network
Air China is continuing the expansion of its long-haul network with the launch of flights between Chengdu and Frankfurt.
Commencing on 19 May 2013, China's national carrier will connect the…
Air China to launch Geneva flights
Air China will commence a new direct route to Geneva this year.
Starting on 7 May 2013, the Beijing-based carrier will offer four weekly to the Swiss city, using an Airbus A330-200. The…
Air China receives smiling new aircraft
Air China has received a new Boeing 777-300ER with a special livery featuring the words 'Smiling China'.
The livery was a joint creation by Air China and Boeing to mark the 40th anniversary…
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China Airlines to recruit 126 cabin crew
China Airlines (CAL) is now accepting applications for 126 Taiwanese flight attendants, to serve on its flights to Asia and Oceania. This is the…
Chinese airlines raise fuel surcharges
China's airlines have increased their fuel surcharges, China Daily has reported.
Faced with rising jet fuel prices and plunging profits, the country's airlines today hiked the fuel…
Travelport secures Air China content
Travelport has signed a new multi-year global full content agreement with Air China.
The deal commences this month and ensures that Galileo-, Apollo- and Worldspan-connected travel agencies…
China to support LCC growth
China will encourage the development of low-cost carriers, according to the country's civil aviation authorities.
Speaking on Friday, the Director of the Civil Aviation Administration of…
Profits plunge at China’s ‘big three’ airlines
China's three major state-run airlines have predicted a significant downturn in profits for the first half of 2012.
Xinhua reported Beijing-based Air China as saying on Wednesday that it…
Air China partners New York’s JetBlue
Air China has agreed to partner with New York-based airline, JetBlue.
The chief executives of the two carriers announced the new partnership yesterday at the 68th IATA AGM in Beijing.
The…
Air China installs Amadeus solutions
Air China has installed new technology solutions from the Amadeus e-commerce portfolio in an effort to boost its sales in international markets.
The Beijing-based carrier has implemented…
Air China to deploy B777s on US routes
Air China will deploy its new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft on routes to the US.
From 1 June 2012, the airline's second daily Beijing-Los Angeles services will be served using the new B777,…
