Access selected deals available with budget and full-service airlines
Lock any airfare that sounds great. You don’t lose anything if you cancel it
Call us anytime for any assistance. We do not go into hibernation
Your personal and financial information stays secure with us
China Southern Airlines Co., Ltd. (branded as China Southern, IATA: CZ) is China’s largest airline by fleet size and passenger traffic, headquartered at Baiyun District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province. Founded on July 1, 1988, following the restructuring of the Civil Aviation Administration of China, it has grown into a global aviation leader, carrying over 150 million passengers annually (pre-COVID peak). Operating from primary hubs at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), and secondary hubs in Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Chongqing, China Southern serves 208 destinations across 35 countries. A former SkyTeam member (2007–2018), it now pursues independent partnerships, including codeshares with American Airlines, British Airways, and Qantas. With a fleet of over 700 aircraft, the airline emphasizes safety, modern cabin products, and sustainability, highlighted by its operation of the COMAC C919 and a commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050. Its slogan, “Fly into your dreams,” reflects its focus on delivering a premium experience with Chinese hospitality, though it faces challenges like customer service delays and inconsistent service quality.
China Southern Airlines emerged from China’s aviation reforms in 1988, consolidating regional operations under the Guangzhou-based Civil Aviation Administration. It became a publicly listed company in 1997, trading on the Hong Kong, New York, and Shanghai stock exchanges. The airline joined SkyTeam in 2007, becoming the first mainland Chinese carrier in a global alliance, but exited in 2018 to focus on bilateral partnerships and fleet expansion.
Key milestones include:
China Southern operates a vast network from its hubs in Guangzhou (CAN) and Beijing Daxing (PKX), with secondary hubs in Shanghai (PVG/SHA), Shenzhen (SZX), and Chongqing (CKG). It serves 208 destinations, including 175 domestic and 33 international cities.