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

"very pleased with level of service"

(Australia)

Verified Review | Melbourne to Harbin via Guangzhou. My first time taking China Southern and I was very pleased with the level of service they provided. I did my online check-in a night before my scheduled flight and it went smoothly. The next day, I went to the airport to drop my baggage and had my boarding pass printed. For some strange reasons, they changed my preferred seat which never happened to me with any airlines before. However, this is the only minor feedback I have for the airline. Apart from the seating issue, I didn't experience major delays with all my flights. The cabin crews were polite, accommodating to your requests and speak good English. I requested for special meals and they were delicious. I didn't pay much attention on the inflight entertainment because I was asleep throughout my flights and only woke up during meal time. I'd recommend this airline to anyone who plans to travel to China (and beyond).
AircraftA330-300 / A321
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteMEL to HRB via 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
10/10

"had a really nice flight"

(Australia)

Verified Review | Guangzhou to China to Melbourne was the first time we have flown on China Southern Airlines, and I had a really nice flight. Seat comfort, food and beverages and etc were really nice. Flight attendents had smiles and helped passengers. My kid loved the gift the airline gaven. Will definitely recommend China Southern Airlines and fly with them again in the future.
AircraftA380
Type Of TravellerFamily Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteCAN to MEL
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

"booked my favorite food"

(China)

Verified Review | Beijing to Los Angeles via Guangzhou. We like the A380 very much especially buy the ticket with first class from Beijing to Guangzhou. We experienced private space. The flight attendants service is more perfect than international flight. I booked my favorite food in advance. If I buy the business class for international flight, your domestic flight in business class will be free or you only need to pay less money.
AircraftA380
Type Of TravellerFamily Leisure
Seat TypeFirst Class
RoutePEK to LAX via 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
8/10

"thanks for a great flight"

(Australia)

Verified Review | London to Brisbane via Guangzhou with China Southern. The service and food offered was great. I enjoyed the variety on offer and loved being able to have hot water drinks. I am gluten intolerant and with the choice offered I was able to eat without fear of becoming ill. Nothing seemed to be a problem with the crew. Thanks for a great flight.
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteLHR to BNE via 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
1/10

"company organisation is hopeless"

(Australia)

Verified Review | Sydney to Rome and return via Guangzhou with China Southern Airlines. Although cabin crew lacked some English, they gave good service but the company organisation is hopeless. Left Sydney on time, flight CZ326 arrived Guangzhou at 1850 and then due to take CZ645 at 2130 to Rome. That flight delayed and finally at midnight, flight was postponed until 0900 the next morning, with no reason given at the gate by three young staff with very limited english. We were given crackers and water as our evening meal. Next day the plane took off at 0930, flying via Wuhan where we were expected to stay for 1 hour, but stayed there 2 hours because the catering truck hadn't come to the plane. We arrived Rome at 1900 hours instead of the expected 0715. I've tried to get compensation from the airline, but got nowhere. This company doesn't seem at all concerned that passengers are delayed.
AircraftA330 / Boeing 787
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteSYD to FCO via CAN
Date FlownMay 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
no
10/10

"a great experience"

(United States)

Verified Review | The first time taking China Southern from New York to Guangzhou in first class is great experience. I was satisfied to flight attendants service anyway from the beginning of boarding. When I asked for something, they respond to me timely. Their English is sort of fluent with good communication. I appreciate China Southern Airlines!
AircraftBoeing 777-300
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeFirst Class
RouteJFK 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

"attendants were nice and friendly"

(China)

Verified Review | I took a fight from Guangzhou to Christchurch with China Southern Airlines in business class. The flight was smooth and on time, the flight attendants were nice and friendly, and the hot pot rice I ordered in the official website was so delicious. If they can provide the in-flight wifi service will make the company more internationalized.
AircraftBoeing 787
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeBusiness Class
RouteCAN to CHC
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

"staff made flight wonderful"

(India)

Verified Review | Guangzhou to Delhi with China Southern Airlines. Guangzhou was in a bad weather and the airport was full of people whose flight was delayed or cancelled. The ground staff worked to solve passenger's problems. Lucky for me, my flight was on time. Flight attendants were friendly and patience, they served me the VJML which I made the reservation on the website. I would like to thank every staff who made the flight wonderful.
Type Of TravellerFamily Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteCAN to DEL
Date FlownJune 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"uncomfortable for longer flights"

(China)

Verified Review | A short leisure trip from Guangzhou to Kuala Lumpur, China Southern Airlines CZ349 on May 24th and CZ3048 on May 26th, both ways seat 32K. Choosing front rows seats means you find yourself in a plane's section that is marketed as Premium Economy on domestic flights. For international sectors it means you enjoy much more legroom. On outgoing leg very pleasant meal and personal entertainment system loaded with a lot of choices. On return leg even better meal but no personal screens. Both legs on time, crew members with smiles and hardworking. Many thanks to chief purser on the return flight for going an extra mile by accommodating extra request. The only minus are seats - uncomfortable for longer flights, with very hard backrests, poorly shaped in terms of lumbar support and without adjustable headrests. Time for upgrade, China Southern!
AircraftA320 / Boeing 737
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteCAN to KUL
Date FlownMay 2016
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
9/10

"an amicable attitude"

(Indonesia)

Verified Review | It was my first time to conduct a trip by China Southern from Guangzhou to JarKata. I booked the ticket on their official website at a good price around $205 including taxes and my request for wheelchair service was free as well. The ground staff in Guangzhou Airport were not good in English, they worked diligently and helped me with my luggage. The flight attendants looked after me with an amicable attitude and great patience during the flight. Their meal tasted good.
AircraftBoeing 737
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteCAN to CGK
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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