All operate modern terminals with ample shopping and dining options although Western choices of food are in the minority. The airline’s main hub is shared between Beijing’s Capital and Daxing International airports, but also has significant operations in other cities including Shanghai and Chengdu. PhoenixMiles is Air China’s own loyalty program Plus for those that want to earn miles with the carrier. It also means that Star Alliance Gold members from other partner airlines can enjoy special benefits when flying, even if in economy class.

The airline operates its largest hub in Beijing, but you will find smaller hubs and flights throughout China.Īs a member of Star Alliance, the airline enjoys nearly two dozen airline partners with whom passengers can earn and redeem miles for their flights including Air Canada, All Nippon Airways, Asiana, Austrian, Brussels Airlines, Egyptair, Lufthansa, Swiss International, SAS, Thai and United. Its domestic network is exceptional and offers connectivity that foreign carriers cannot match. The airline has an impressive route map covering the entire nation as well as destinations throughout Asia, the Pacific, Europe and North America. These aircraft also offer Forbidden Pavilion First Class. On international flights operated by Boeing 747 or 777 aircraft, Air China brands its Business Class offering as Capital Pavilion Business Class.

If you are open to trying something new, this is the airline for you. There are many elements that are distinctly Chinese from the cuisine to the primary languages spoken aboard. When flying Air China, passengers will find plenty of appealing characteristics to make their journey pleasant.

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