China Southern Airlines

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4 star Skytrax Rating
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing TV 12345
Customer rating from 26 reviews
7/10
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1/10

"Boeing 787 seats are narrow"

(United Kingdom)

Boeing 787 seats are narrow and they are tight. To make matters worse they are also crammed close to the row ahead, so an average sized man had my knees up against the seat in front and having an aisle seat was being bashed by the trolley or people passing by. By comparison the Boeing 737 was spacious.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBoeing 787
Seat Layout3x3x3
Date FlownMarch 2016
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
Seat Storage 12345
no
10/10

"seating room was plenty"

(Australia)

Entire seating room was plenty, leg room is suitable for tall person but no taller than 190cm, connectivity ports are available and convenient, head rest is a bit too hard, but will help preventing head movements when sleeping, only thing to mention is the screen angle not being adjustable, if the front passenger decided to change the seat angle, the viewing angle of the screen will get uncomfortable.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeA330-300
Seat Layout2x4x2
Date FlownDecember 2015
Type Of TravellerBusiness
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
Power Supply 12345
Seat Storage 12345
yes
7/10

"surprisingly good for price"

(United Arab Emirates)

Flew China Southern Airlines from Dubai to Auckland via Guangzhou. Not a bad airline for the price, however problems with the audio and seats not reclining dampened the experience somewhat. The lack of padding on the seats actually gives you more room to move than in other economy seats. I sat at the back, where the 4-seat center changes to 3 seats, and had a space next to me, which was good. I would recommend the Chinese meals, as the western food was pretty bad. You get pretty big glasses of drinks compared to some other airlines. Staff didn't speak much English, but were very friendly and helpful. Guangzhou not a bad spot to stop off, but only for a short break. On the return journey I was upgraded to premium economy. More legroom and slightly bigger seats, but not much else was different. Might try the business class next time, as the price is not much more than economy on some other flights. Stars were awarded for the economy seat. A no-frills airline, but surprisingly good for the price. Will fly them again.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeA330
Seat Layout2x4x2
Date FlownOctober 2015
Type Of TravellerSolo Leisure
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
Power Supply 12345
Seat Storage 12345
yes
6/10

"seats in decent condition"

(United States)

Seats in decent condition due to newness of A380. Headrest has foldable sides to keep your head neatly in place while you try to sleep. Seat bottoms are hard.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeA380
Seat Layout3x4x3
Date FlownJuly 2015
Type Of TravellerCouple Leisure
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
Power Supply 12345
Seat Storage 12345
yes
8/10

"sufficient legroom and width"

(China)

Seats were good and provide sufficient legroom and width.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeAIRBUS A380
Seat Layout3x4x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
yes
7/10

"recline was about normal"

(New Zealand)

Comfortable seat good size PTV screen. Recline was about normal and from what I could see the Premium Economy seats in front of us were very little different - maybe an inch or so more legroom - while that area was full we had lots of empty seats and could spread out and lie down!
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeA330
Seat Layout2x4x2
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 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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