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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8/10

China Southern Airlines customer review

(Australia)

Flew CSA from Melbourne Australia to Guangzhou and also on our return trip from London to Melbourne. We were very satisfied - there was more leg room and the seats were bigger than on many other airlines we have flown with. The planes were new and clean and the service was pleasant. The food was no worse than most airline food but the time between meals was a bit too long. Entertainment system had limited but adequate English TV shows and movies. I would definitely recommend this airline for long haul flights.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

China Southern Airlines customer review

(Australia)

I flew from Guangzhou to Sydney on 11th Sept 2014 (CZ301). I was very satisfied with the flight. The entertainment system was great: it had a huge variety of Hollywood films as well as Chinese and other foreign films. The TV series selection could have been wider. The service was friendly. The seats in Premium Economy were wide and there was plenty of leg room. I booked months in advance so the flight was cheap. The only thing I didn't like about my flight experience was the fact that all window shades and cabin lights were dimmed even though it was a daytime flight (8.20am departure time).
Seat TypePremium Economy
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

China Southern Airlines customer review

(New Zealand)

We flew Heathrow to Guangzhou with an 8 hours stopover and on to Auckland New Zealand. Check-in at Heathrow was confusing. After queuing for some time we were told Business and First class was around the corner in a separate part of the terminal. The VIP lounge was very good. At Guangzhou we were taken from the airbridge side to a small bus and several miles to Business lounge where we cooked at 27 degrees Celsius. Back on the aircraft it was a meal and off to sleep in our lie flat seats. Breakfast time and we were firstly offered butter and jam I am not sure why as no breads on the menu. we were in the last row of business so that is why we did not always get our first choice and had to settle for something else not necessarily to our liking. Breakfast arrived and was soup with noodles and meat. This might be alright for Chinese passengers but if flying Australasian routes why not cater to people from those countries? I think the airline could do better.
Seat TypeBusiness Class
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
9/10

China Southern Airlines customer review

(New Zealand)

My wife and I flew Auckland to Guangzhou and on to Heathrow in July this year in first class and enjoyed the experience. Only 4 seats and 2 cabin staff to look after us.
Seat TypeFirst Class
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
1/10

China Southern Airlines customer review

(Australia)

I travelled with my quadriplegic nephew to Kunming China and our experience on the ground at the airports Kunming and Guangzhou were the worst in all of my travels. My nephew is just under 2 meters tall in Kunming the wheelchair China Southern provided to get my nephew from the check in desk to the aircraft was too small for him to fit in so he was allowed to use his chair to the door of the aircraft we had to carry him onboard and as he is so tall this was extremely difficult. When we got him onto the aircraft the airline staff said they could not check his wheelchair all the way to Sydney we would have to claim the chair in our transit airport Guangzhou and then re check it in to Sydney. After trying to argue the point for 1 hour and delaying the flight we had to agree as I feared they would not allow us to fly. In Guangzhou we had one of the staff help us again we had to carry my nephew off the aircraft put him into a wheelchair that he didn't fit in. The airport was so hot and we had to rush so much to find the chair at baggage collection go and check the chair in to Sydney and instead of the chair being taken by staff and put on the aircraft we had to wheel the chair with us all the way on to the aircraft and then the staff there put it into the luggage area. The flight was delayed because of us again. I would never travel with them again.
Seat TypeBusiness Class
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Value For Money 12345
no
9/10

China Southern Airlines customer review

(Hong Kong)

Sep 1st CZ310 from Beijing to Hong Kong on A320 economy class. It was my first time with China Southern on this route it satisfied me. The plane had comfortable seats and legroom for a man of average height which is the most important thing that I am concerned about. A pity is that the entertainment was not so good. Attendants were polite and provided good service during the trip the food was OK so as a whole it was worth it.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
8/10

China Southern Airlines customer review

(China)

Aug 1st CZ3968 and Aug 3rd CZ3967. SHA-CSX return booked the ticket on the day of travel. In premium economy class China Southern have done surprisingly well. On this 70-minute flight they provided the warm towel service beverage service then meal service. They distributed candy before landing. Baggage arrived very fast. Inflight entertainment on this 1-year old A321 all the premium economy passengers had an individual TV. Cabin crew performed well and kept smiling.
Seat TypePremium Economy
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
9/10

China Southern Airlines customer review

(United States)

CZ327 from Guangzhou to Los Angels economy class in last month. It was a satisfactory trip. The A380 is a pretty good plane with comfortable seats. One thing that impressed me was that when I got hungry during the flight I told one staff member that I wanted to buy some food. Even though she told me that there was no additional food for sale she gave me some cookies for free. Many latest Chinese movies can be found on the plane which made my long trip less boring. It disappointed me a bit as the food was not that good.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes
1/10

China Southern Airlines customer review

(United States)

We flew the new JFK-CAN route then transferred to a Beijing flight. It was the worst airline I've experienced. Incompetent and unprofessional ground crew who have zero problem solving skills. Sour-faced service from the flight attendants their English skills were inexcusably bad. The food was awful it wasn't served frequently enough they were stingy with drinks. The transit experience in CAN (Baiyun) is long and uncomfortable. On the return trip it was late at night. We had to walk for 20 minutes. The "free" shuttle wasn't running. There was no one around to help. I strongly suggest that the elderly and disabled avoid this airline. Once you make it through all the immigration and security checks you are stuck in a tacky area with limited food and drinks and extortionate prices which are completely out of line with what other "international" transit terminals charge. The only positives: decent in-flight entertainment the plane was new; the landings for the international segments were very smooth.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Value For Money 12345
no
9/10

China Southern Airlines customer review

(France)

CZ347 Business class from Guangzhou to Paris. This recent flight is one of the most satisfactory international trips both in terms of the service and the facilities. I chose this flight because it was not that expensive. Plenty of choices of beverages and meals. The legroom is sufficient for a good rest which is important for a long journey. The only pity is that the entertainment didn't come up to expectations. But as a whole it is worth it.
Seat TypeBusiness Class
Seat Comfort 12345
Cabin Staff Service 12345
Food & Beverages 12345
Inflight Entertainment 12345
Value For Money 12345
yes

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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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