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

"flight was on-time and smooth"

(Australia)

Verified Review | Guangzhou to Melbourne. The flight was on-time and smooth. Neat airplane. Very nice and kind flight attendants. We were allowed to board the airplane in priority because of carrying two kids. Plenty of seating space even for a tall man like me (~183cm). Two different flavors of food were provided and both were quite good. On-board entertainment system offers more than 100 movies, and it also provides intuitive real-time data on the flight. Have no complaint about the trip and the convenient transfer.
AircraftA330-300
Type Of TravellerFamily Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteGuangzhou to Melbourne
Date FlownApril 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"seat in business class cramped"

(China)

Verified Review | Nanning to Amsterdam via Guangzhou. The price of the ticket was fair cause it was a connecting flight through Guangzhou. It was convenient that I didn't have to take my checked luggage out when I transferred in Guangzhou. The flight arrived on time and the cabin was clean, the flight attendants were patient and friendly especially there was a Dutch crew provided the Dutch announcement and language help which was considered. The hotpot rice I booked from the official website was very delicious. There was also some fresh fruit, finger food and sandwiches display on the bar during the long haul flight. But it was a pity that the seat in business class was cramped with no enough privacy.
AircraftA330
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeBusiness Class
RouteNanning to Amsterdam via Guangzhou
Date FlownApril 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
9/10

"flight attendants were impeccably groomed"

(Canada)

Verified Review | Toronto to Sydney return via Guangzhou. The service on the flights was fantastic, flight attendants were there with water, drinks, food. The kept the bathrooms very clean, which is important on a 15 hour flight. They were impeccably groomed and pleasant. The best part was that China Southern put us up in a hotel both ways in Guangzhou and provided transportation to and from the airport. There was no cost for this it was because we had layovers of more than 8 hours. The hotels also provided breakfast. It was cheaper than any Canadian airline and better service with cleaner planes. We will definitely use them again.
AircraftBoeing 777
Type Of TravellerCouple Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteToronto to Sydney via Guangzhou
Date FlownApril 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"entertainment should be better"

(China)

Verified Review | Amsterdam to Guangzhou. The cabin crew were nice. The seats were fine with enough space to lay down and have a good rest. The movies and TV programs were fewer than we expected and not updated. We were in an 11-hour flight and the entertainment should be better. The food was pretty good.
Type Of TravellerFamily Leisure
Seat TypeBusiness Class
RouteAmsterdam to Guangzhou
Date FlownApril 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
4/10

"inconvenient and ridiculous"

(United States)

Unverified | Bangkok to Los Angeles via Guangzhou. Once you're checked in, the service is good; however, the check-in process is inconvenient and ridiculous. I was unable to check in online. We went to the airport to check in at the self service kiosk and this airline is not available on their machines. We then went to the counter where there was a line of 100 people and were told that the check in queue does not open for the 3:30 pm flight until 1 pm. I had no seats confirmed when booking flights and so could not choose seats until 2 hours before boarding even though my trip and ticket had been booked months before. Calls to the airline after booking confirmed that everything had to be done at the airport. How is this an efficient process for the airline, let alone the passengers?
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteBangkok to Los Angeles via Guangzhou
Date FlownApril 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
no
8/10

China Southern Airlines customer review

(Netherlands)

Verified Review | I took the flight from Phuket to Amsterdam with China Southern in April. It was a night flight from Phuket to Guangzhou, so frustrated that the airport facility in Phuket was limited, such a narrow space with just a few chairs in the waiting area while a lot of passengers had to rest on the ground. Luckily the flight was on time and the transfer procedure in Guangzhou was not complex. By contrast, the seat was comfortable and the space was enough for me during the long haul flight. On my second sector from Guangzhou to Amsterdam, the flight attendants were patient and helpful.
AircraftA321/A330
Type Of TravellerFamily Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RoutePhuket to Amsterdam via Guangzhou
Date FlownApril 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
9/10

"smooth and uneventful"

(Hong Kong)

Verified Review | We are a family of seasoned travelers, having flown for many years with infants who are now teens. This trip was our first with China Southern for a holiday flying from Shenzhen to Osaka Kansai, and we couldn't be happier. Efficient and smiling ground staff made check-in simple and hassle-free. When boarding came it was from a bus lounge, and we just missed one. Staff were very polite and asked us to take a seat whilst waiting and after a short time we were boarded. The flight itself was very smooth and uneventful. Meal selection was simple without being basic, and surprisingly tasty! Cabin crew were very nice and nothing was too much trouble. Even announcements in English were clear and correct, which can be very hit and miss in Asia generally. I did not use the inflight entertainment, though a movie was playing on the drop-down screens. One suggestion to China Southern and perhaps it is regulated by CAAC and not the airline, but please review the need to power off mobile devices inflight. Most carriers and science now support the use of mobile devices in flight mode. Increasingly this is how passengers pass the flight, whether it is music, ebooks or games. No crew in the world would have time to watch 150+ People complying so it's time to think again. Overall a very pleasant flight and experience with China Southern.
AircraftA320
Type Of TravellerFamily Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteShenzhen to Osaka Kansai
Date FlownApril 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"whole experience was good"

(Netherlands)

Verified Review | Amsterdam to Phuket via Guangzhou with China Southern Airlines in first class. Generally speaking, The whole experience was good. The transfer in Guangzhou was smooth, the cabin environment was clean and make me feel comfortable, the entertainment service were all good on both two flights, the flight attendants were nice and friendly and the food was tasty . It's a pity that I cannot found the wifi connection in the plane and there was no airbridge in Guangzhou which was inconvenient for me. Anyway, It's a worthy trip.
AircraftA330 / A321
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeFirst Class
RouteAmsterdam to Phuket via Guangzhou
Date FlownFebruary 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
10/10

"received very helpful service"

(United Kingdom)

Verified Review | Guangzhou to London Heathrow. This was a very pleasant flight and I received very helpful service the whole way including stowing and safe return of my suit bag. The air hostesses in my section were very good and I would highly recommend China Southern Airline to others if they are looking for quality affordable flights.
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteGuangzhou to London
Date FlownApril 2017
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Ground Service 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

"crew very helpful and friendly"

(Brunei)

Verified Review | Kuala Lumpur to New York via Guangzhou. This is my first time flying with China Southern. The cabin crew were very helpful and friendly. Meals were good and the seats have sufficient space. If the price is right, I will definitely travel with this airlines again.
AircraftBoeing 777-300ER
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat TypeEconomy Class
RouteKUL to JFK via CAN
Date FlownMarch 2017
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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