China Southern Airlines

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4 star Skytrax Rating
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Seat Comfort 12345
Staff Service 12345
Value for Money 12345
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8/10
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9/10

"hospitality make me feel at ease"

(China)

Verified Review | I choose China Southern Airlines from Guangzhou to London for their inflight and ground service. When I checked in, the service with hospitality make me feel at ease. It surprised to me that this was the first time I took part in the party in flight with a safety knowledge competition. Not only did I get the prize but also had command of safety profession. This flight trip made me relaxed.
AircraftBoeing 787
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteCAN to LHR
Date FlownJune 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
9/10

"good service and excellent value"

(Australia)

Verified Review | Guangzhou to Los Angeles. As I live in Western Australia, and there is no direct flight from Perth to LA, and the flight choice is rather limited as well. Normally, I fly via Sydney, but this time I decided to give China Southern a try, but it turned out to be a quite nice choice. Airport in Guangzhou has been renovated and looks nice. Boarding experience is OK, without any major delay. Flight is long and boring, but it is a 13 hours flight. I spent plenty of time chatting with crew onboard. English-wise, some are OK some are bad. Food-wise, no complain at all for a flight meal. Will I use China Southern again? With good service and excellent value for money, why not?
AircraftBoeing 777
Type Of TravellerBusiness
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteCAN to LAX
Date FlownJune 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
10/10

"attitude is very good"

(Austria)

Verified Review | Amsterdam to Guangzhou, service was very friendly and attitude is very good. Plane enviroment is clean and comfortable. No delay, I am very satisfied. This was my first long Jouney with a two years old kid, we have nothing but compliments for China Southern Airlines for looking after us so well. It made this trip much more easier than what I thought before. I recommend other people to try this Airline!
Type Of TravellerFamily Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteAMS to CAN
Date FlownMay 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"the food was good"

(China)

Verified Review | Hangzhou to Chengdu via Nanyang. The flight arrived on time and I only waited 10 minutes in the VIP lounge. The plane was E190, very small. It was not the direct flight, but via Nanyang. The Purser made several announcement before taking off and safety demonstration done seriously by crew. Gold and China Southern members were welcomed by the Purser, being notified the information e.g. taking off time, landing time, temperature and etc. The flight pushed back on time and seat for this plane was not as comfortable as big model, eg. 330 or 777. Purser observed my un-comfortableness and brought me another pillow for my back. Purser also offered fresh fruit. During the first trip from Hangzhou to Nanyang, I did not take any meal. At Nanyang the stay was not long. Plane cleared and I were onboard very soon. The plane was holding back at Nanyang for 1 hour due to air traffic control. I had the meal after taking off and the food was good. The Purser was professional.
AircraftE190
Type Of TravellerBusiness
Seat TypeBusiness Class
RouteHGH to CTU via NNY
Date FlownJune 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
2/10

"such an inefficient service"

(Australia)

Verified Review | Sydney to Seoul via Guangzhou return. Staff were not professional or with good English. Food and seat comfort poor. We had a delayed flight due to bad weather conditions in Guangzhou and missed our connecting flight to Sydney. These kind of thing can happen but it was the way it had been handled, such an inefficient service. No explanations, no English announcement and no assistance to smooth the transfer.
Type Of TravellerCouple Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteSYD to ICN via CAN
Date FlownJune 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
no
9/10

"were friendly and attentive"

(Canada)

Verified Review | I was taking China Southern Airlines from Vancouver to Guangzhou, my first time to take B777-300. Big space, but the overhead racks was full when we are get boarding. The cabin crew help me to deal with the problem and were friendly and attentive. Great inflight entertainment with large TV selections. But the meals was not suitable for my taste.
AircraftBoeing 777-300ER
Type Of TravellerCouple Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteYVR to CAN
Date FlownJune 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
9/10

"Purser warmly greeted us"

(China)

Verified Review | Guangzhou to New York, Seat 11A. The cabin light and temperature were well enough. Chief Purser warmly greeted us. I tried the welcome drink of Champagne while my father tried the red wine. Cabin Crew asked us to order food and drink for the flight. Cabin door closed a little bit later then estimated due to the flight document issue. The flight took off around 2:20 (scheduled to be 1:40). I did not try the snacks after taking off, instead I slept. The meal was served at 8am Beijing time. I tried the meal as booked in advance on ground. Cabin crew showed good English skills. Breakfast was served 3 hours before landing. Cabin announcements were accurate. The flight landed in JFK ahead of schedule.
AircraftBoeing 777-300er
Type Of TravellerFamily Leisure
Seat TypeBusiness Class
RouteCAN to JFK
Date FlownJune 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
9/10

"recommend the airline"

(United Kingdom)

Verified Review | Amsterdam to Bejing is a wonderful journey. I haven't been back home for a long time. When I board the airplane, I felt at home. The stewardess is very kind with big smile on their face and the seat is very comfortable. They provide Chinese and western-style food, which I enjoyed very much. When I arrived at Beijing, the stewardess tell me how to transfer to Shanghai and I can catch the airplane in time. I will recommend the airline.
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteAMS to PEK
Date FlownOctober 2015
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"a lovely experience"

(Australia)

Melbourne to Seoul via Guangzhou with China Southern. A lovely experience for this medium length flight. I had never flown with them before so I did not know what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised with how everything was. The meals and seats were standard, the entertainment and staff were great. The only issue I wish to touch on would be the organisation of the company, for my flight from Guangzhou to Seoul, we were stuck on the tarmac for almost an hour in the aircraft, they did provide us with updates and apologies saying that they were waiting for the runway to clear for us, but I feel that this has happened for other customers who have reviewed this airline as well. Regardless, I would still recommend and fly with them again.
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteMEL to ICN via CAN
Date FlownApril 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
10/10

"would choose the airline again"

(China)

Verified Review | Guangzhou to Los Angeles. Nice plane and wonderful crew who were smiling and nice to me. We were offered good food, drinks and support. I would recommend the fish meal and noodle. And the bread was well baked. I would choose the airline again next time coming to LA.
AircraftA380
Type Of TravellerBusiness
Seat TypeBusiness Class
RouteCAN to LAX
Date FlownJune 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes

China Southern Airlines Photos

China Southern Airlines is a state-owned airline and a member of SkyTeam alliance. Its main hub airport is Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, the airline operates more than 600 passenger aircraft, including Boeing 787, Boeing 777 and Boeing 737 and Airbus A380, A330, A321, A320 and A319. China Southern Airlines fleet is ranked the largest in Asia and the fifth largest in the world.

FIRST CLASS

A380 is equipped with eight private flat-bed suites. IFE is via a 23-inch flat-screen LCD TV. Boeing 787 and A330 have 4 cocoon seats, and IFE is via a 17 or 19-inch LCD TV.

flat_seatsFlat bed seat / suite
power_iconIn-seat &/or USB power
No WiFiOnboard WiFi
AVODAudio / video on demand
DiningOn demand dining
WinesFine wines & beverage service
SleepingPillows & duvet / blanket
PyjamasPyjamas / Sleepsuit
AmenitiesAmenity kit

BUSINESS CLASS

A380 seats recline to a full flat bed. IFE is via a 15-inch flat-screen LCD TV. Boeing 787 / A330 seats recline to full flat bed with 2x2x2 cabin layout. IFE via 15-inch LCD TV.

LONG HAUL
flat_seatsFlat bed seat
power_iconIn-seat &/or USB power
No WiFiOnboard WiFi
AVODAudio / video on demand
DiningOn demand dining (*not all flights)
WinesFine wines & beverage service
SleepingPillows & duvet / blanket
PyjamasPyjamas / Sleepsuit
AmenitiesAmenity kit

ECONOMY CLASS

China Southern Airlines cabin/seat layouts can be viewed on the Seat Map in menu below.

Seat pitchSeat pitch : 31-33 ins
Seat widthSeat width : 17.2 - 17.5 ins
No WiFiOnboard WiFi
power_iconUSB power (*not all flights)
AVODAudio / video on demand
DiningComplimentary meals
WinesComplimentary beverages & wines
SleepingPillows & blankets

LOUNGES

At Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, premium customers have use of the China Southern Airlines First and Business class lounge.

Lounge SeatingExpansive seating options
Lounge showersShower rooms
WiFiLounge WiFi
Work StationsWorkstations / business area
power_iconCharging facilities
AVODTV facilities
DiningBuffet & Noodle Bar Dining
WinesSelf service bar
SleepingBedrooms
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SEAT MAPS

View aircraft seat maps for China Southern Airlines fleet. We have provided you a direct link to China Southern Fleet information page, where the most up-to-date information should be available.
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IFE

China Southern Airlines provides 600+ hours of entertainment programs on newest aircraft where audio/video program systems are installed.
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ONBOARD DINING

First Class entrée dish

Business Class beef noodle soup

FIRST CLASS : REVIEW

A modern Boeing 787 with comfortable flat bed, nice comfort attributes and amenities, reasonable IFE, attentive and friendly staff../

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