https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/air china/ Air China News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:56:41+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-and-air-china-ink-memorandum-of-understanding-to-explore-enhanced/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-and-air-china-ink-memorandum-of-understanding-to-explore-enhanced/ Emirates and Air China have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic framework for expanding their existing reciprocal interline cooperation. Tue, 03 Jun 2025 07:38:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-new-terminal-one-at-jfk-and-air-china-team-up-to-elevate-travel-experie/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-new-terminal-one-at-jfk-and-air-china-team-up-to-elevate-travel-experie/ China’s flag airline Air China and The New Terminal One at JFK have launched a partnership to collaborate on New York’s new global gateway to elevate the travel experience for Chinese customers visiting the United States. Tue, 18 Jun 2024 07:04:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/turkish-airlines-and-air-china-sign-new-freesale-codeshare-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/turkish-airlines-and-air-china-sign-new-freesale-codeshare-agreement/ Türkiye’s flag carrier airline Turkish Airlines (TK) and People’s Republic of China’s flag carrier airline Air China Limited (CA) have announced the signing of a new freesale codeshare agreement, transitioning from their long-standing blocked space partnership. This agreement, initially covering flights between Istanbul and Beijing, marks a significant milestone in the strategic collaboration between the two airlines and lays the groundwork for future expansions in their strong partnership. Mon, 10 Jun 2024 05:51:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-and-rolls-royce-join-forces-to-service-plane-engines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-and-rolls-royce-join-forces-to-service-plane-engines/ China’s leading airline and British aerospace firm Rolls-Royce have joined forces to create a maintenance, repair and overhaul entity for servicing the country’s plane engines. Sat, 03 Sep 2022 12:14:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/budapest-airport-resurrects-links-to-beijing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/budapest-airport-resurrects-links-to-beijing/ Experiencing its highest monthly traffic in 2022 with a growth rate of 10.3% in June, Budapest Airport continues its route network enhancement welcoming the return of its latest airline partner, Air China. Tue, 12 Jul 2022 13:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-boosts-shanghai-connections-for-winter-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-boosts-shanghai-connections-for-winter-2020/ Gatwick has been unveiled as the European airport with the fastest growing number of passenger seats to Shanghai, China. This exciting new growth is thanks to a brand-new Air China service which flies directly to the city. Fri, 01 Nov 2019 10:02:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-moves-chengdu-flight-to-london-heathrow/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-moves-chengdu-flight-to-london-heathrow/ From April 2nd, Air China will be moving its direct service between Chengdu and London from London Gatwick to London Heathrow, Terminal 2. Wed, 13 Mar 2019 07:28:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-invites-guests-to-land-of-luck-in-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-invites-guests-to-land-of-luck-in-london/ As they enter the experience through the Air China check-in desks, they will be transported into a land of unexpected beauty and opportunity, but, most importantly, luck. Sat, 26 Jan 2019 21:19:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/air-china-seeks-mindfulness-through-tea/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/air-china-seeks-mindfulness-through-tea/ This is the Year of the Pig - a year associated with fortune - and Air China is helping people to achieve lifelong ambitions with its Land Your Dream campaign. Thu, 24 Jan 2019 09:51:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/air-china-launches-land-your-dream-to-uk-audience/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/air-china-launches-land-your-dream-to-uk-audience/ Air China has launch of the Land Your Dream campaign, which has been designed to inspire Brits to make their dreams a reality with Air China. Thu, 01 Nov 2018 11:33:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-welcomes-airbus-a350-900-to-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-welcomes-airbus-a350-900-to-fleet/ The national flag carrier is the first Chinese mainland customer to order and take ownership of the world’s newest and most efficient twin-engine widebody aircraft. Wed, 08 Aug 2018 09:49:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-london-gatwick-chengdu-connection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-london-gatwick-chengdu-connection/ Air China will start flying the UK’s only non-stop service between the UK and Chengdu - the prosperous capital of Sichuan province in China – on July 3rd. Wed, 27 Jun 2018 12:22:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-new-beijing-hanoi-connection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-new-beijing-hanoi-connection/ Air China will launch a new service between Beijing and Hanoi on June 1st. The non-stop route will enable passengers to travel from Beijing to Vietnam’s capital in just four hours. Mon, 21 May 2018 07:39:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-panama-connections-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-panama-connections-next-month/ Air China will launch a new route from Beijing to Panama City, via Houston, on April 5th. The new route is expected to greatly facilitate exchanges between both countries as well as neighbouring regions, while providing passengers with a greater range of options. Mon, 26 Mar 2018 09:56:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-new-beijing-copenhagen-route-in-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-new-beijing-copenhagen-route-in-may/ Air China will begin non-stop flights between Beijing and Copenhagen from May 30th. Once the new route launches, passengers will be able to arrive comfortably in Andersen’s dreamlike fairy tale Kingdom in ten hours. Fri, 26 Jan 2018 10:39:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-new-beijing-brisbane-connection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-new-beijing-brisbane-connection/ Air China has held a launch ceremony for the inaugural flight on its new route between Beijing and Brisbane. At the launch ceremony, Air China vice president Xulun Hou remarked: “This new route between Beijing and Brisbane is Air China’s sixth non-stop route between China and Australia.” Thu, 14 Dec 2017 09:28:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-los-angeles-shenzhen-connection-next-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-los-angeles-shenzhen-connection-next-month/ Air China has announced a new three times weekly non-stop service between Los Angeles and Shenzhen. The flight will depart on December 7th and will be operated by the airline’s newest Dreamliner, the Boeing 787-9. Mon, 13 Nov 2017 10:12:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-connect-beijing-to-brisbane-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-connect-beijing-to-brisbane-for-first-time/ Air China will soon begin non-stop flights between Beijing and Brisbane from December 11th. The new route will provide a convenient connection between China’s bustling capital city and the sunny climate of the southern hemisphere, where passengers can experience adventure, and appreciate local art, culture and cuisine. Wed, 20 Sep 2017 14:27:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-melbourne-shenzhen-route-in-january/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-melbourne-shenzhen-route-in-january/ Air China has announced direct service between Melbourne and Shenzhen, to begin on January 10th next year. The service CA767/768 will operate four times per week with evening departures on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Fri, 04 Nov 2016 09:07:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-signs-partnership-deal-with-air-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lufthansa-signs-partnership-deal-with-air-china/ The Lufthansa Group and Air China signed a wide-reaching partnership agreement in Beijing today which will enable the two aviation groups to jointly operate all connections between Europe and China as part of a commercial joint venture. This means that the two companies will successfully implement what they agreed to do as part of a memorandum of understanding in summer 2014. Tue, 20 Sep 2016 16:25:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-chengdu-sydney-services/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-chengdu-sydney-services/ Air China will launch Chengdu-Sydney services on November 11th, 2016. After the launch of Chengdu-Frankfurt and Chengdu-Paris flights, this route is Air China’s third intercontinental flight based in its Chengdu hub, and also its first nonstop service between western China and Oceania. Mon, 29 Aug 2016 08:31:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-welcomes-first-boeing-dreamliner-to-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-welcomes-first-boeing-dreamliner-to-fleet/ Boeing and Air China have officially unveiled the airline’s first 787-9 Dreamliner to the public at a grand ceremony in Beijing. The national flag carrier is the first airline in the country to have a 787-9 enter into service. “The 787-9 Dreamliner employs a multitude of cutting-edge technologies best represented by its electronic handling system and wide application of composite materials,” said Captain Wang Yingnian, chief pilot of Air China. Wed, 01 Jun 2016 03:46:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-completes-2bn-boeing-777-300er-order/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-completes-2bn-boeing-777-300er-order/ Boeing and Air China today announced an order for six additional 777-300ER (Extended Range) jetliners. The order is valued at more than $2 billion at current list prices and bolsters Air China’s long-haul widebody fleet as it looks to expand its international network. Fri, 08 Jan 2016 09:25:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-commence-beijing-mumbai-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-commence-beijing-mumbai-service/ Air China will commence a non-stop service from Beijing to Mumbai on October 25th, 2015. The Beijing-Mumbai flights, CA889/890, are operated four times a week on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The outbound flight departs from Beijing at 19:40 and arrives in Mumbai at 01:00 local time the following day; the return flight departs from Mumbai at 02:30 local time and arrives in Beijing at 11:20 Beijing time. Sat, 22 Aug 2015 08:06:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-inks-deal-with-travelport1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-inks-deal-with-travelport1/ Air China has elected to use Travelport’s Airline Insight business intelligence and reporting solution.The user interface, data presentation and reporting that Airline Insights offers will allow Air China teams in Agency Sales, Revenue Management and Network Planning to maximize the value that can be extracted from such a comprehensive set of industry data. Sun, 16 Aug 2015 09:11:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-air-china-in-code-share-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/united-airlines-air-china-in-code-share-deal/ United Airlines and Air China are expanding their code-sharing cooperation, covering an additional 22 routes in the China and U.S. markets. With this expansion, United and Air China will codeshare together on more than 110 routes, offering customers the most comprehensive route network between the U.S. and China. Sat, 06 Jun 2015 06:51:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-commence-beijing-hakodate-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-commence-beijing-hakodate-service/ Air China will inaugurate Beijing-Hakodate nonstop service on July 3, 2015. The flights, CA729/CA730 are operated twice a week on Monday and Friday with Boeing 737-800. Sun, 17 May 2015 08:34:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-air-china-form-alliance/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-air-china-form-alliance/ Air Canada and Air China have concluded a memorandum of understanding setting out the main principles for a comprehensive revenue sharing joint venture providing for an enhanced partnership on routes between Canada and China which will stimulate traffic growth between the two countries. Sat, 08 Nov 2014 13:07:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-introduces-boeing-747-8-intercontinental-to-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-introduces-boeing-747-8-intercontinental-to-asia/ Boeing and Air China have celebrated the delivery of the airline’s first 747-8 Intercontinental. Air China is the first carrier in Asia to operate the passenger version of the new, fuel-efficient 747-8. The new airplane is the first of seven 747-8 Intercontinentals Air China has on order. Wed, 01 Oct 2014 10:52:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-increases-beijing-london-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-increases-beijing-london-service/ To meet market demand, starting October 26, 2014, Air China will increase its Beijing - London service to two daily flights. The newly added flights to London Heathrow, which will be operated with A330-200, will aim to promote exchanges between China and UK. Sun, 21 Sep 2014 07:12:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-signs-codeshare-with-kunming-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-signs-codeshare-with-kunming-airlines/ Air China and Kunming Airlines signed a codeshare cooperation agreement in the city of Kunming earlier, with the two carriers now offering free marketing on each other’s selected domestic flights. According to the agreement, the two carriers will connect the city of Kunming to their respective route networks. Sat, 13 Sep 2014 08:10:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-inks-codeshare-deal-with-china-express/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-inks-codeshare-deal-with-china-express/ Air China and China Express have signed a codeshare cooperation agreement in the city of Guiyang , Guizhou province on August 29, 2014 , and the two carriers will start to share codes on each other’s selected flights from September 1, 2014 . Sat, 30 Aug 2014 07:46:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/merkel-reveals-new-lufthansa-air-china-joint-venture/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/merkel-reveals-new-lufthansa-air-china-joint-venture/ German chancellor Angela Merkel has signed a memorandum of understanding in Beijing to expand the scope of the commercial relationship between Lufthansa and Air China. Meeting with Lufthansa chairman Carsten Spohr and Air China president Song Zhiyong during a state visit to the country, chancellor Merkel revealed the two companies would create a new joint venture. Tue, 08 Jul 2014 09:20:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-links-with-abacus-for-electronic-document-technology/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-links-with-abacus-for-electronic-document-technology/ Chinese national flag carrier, Air China is adopting the Abacus electronic miscellaneous document technology to create a paperless ticketing environment, in another industry first for the region’s leading travel solutions provider. The Star Alliance partner is taking the initiative with Abacus EMD outside China to combine compliance with IATA’s mandate on miscellaneous documents becoming electronic. Tue, 20 May 2014 09:09:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-inks-deal-with-travelport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-inks-deal-with-travelport/ Travelport and Air China have signed a new merchandising agreement which will see Air China participate in Travelport’s Rich Content and Branding program, the newest airline merchandising technology under the Travelport Merchandising Platform umbrella. Sun, 27 Apr 2014 13:15:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hawaiian-airlines-and-air-china-sign-codeshare-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hawaiian-airlines-and-air-china-sign-codeshare-agreement/ Hawaiian Airlines has announced the signing of a code-share agreement with Air China, the exclusive national flag-carrier of China, that leverages the reach of their respective hubs in Honolulu and Beijing to offer more options and a more streamlined experience for customers travelling to further destinations. The new partnership takes effect following Hawaiian’s launch of its three-times weekly non-stop service to Beijing earlier. Tue, 22 Apr 2014 23:30:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gatwick-welcomes-back-air-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-gatwick-welcomes-back-air-china/ London Gatwick today celebrated the planned return of Air China’s flights to Beijing. Following a short break over the winter – China’s flagship carrier is serving Gatwick four times a week direct from the country’s capital during the summer, when passenger demand is strongest. Tue, 01 Apr 2014 23:30:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-fly-shanghai-munich-nonstop/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-fly-shanghai-munich-nonstop/ Air China will inaugurate Shanghai-Munich non-stop service on June 6th, 2014, bringing the number of the European cities it serves from Shanghai up to four, with the other three cities being Frankfurt, Milan and Paris. Currently, Air China operates from Shanghai, Beijing and Chengdu to Europe and is the largest operator of China-European routes. Thu, 20 Mar 2014 23:30:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-commence-beijing-vienna-barcelona-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-commence-beijing-vienna-barcelona-flight/ Air China will start Beijing-Vienna-Barcelona service on May 5, 2014. The four-times weekly service CA841/2 will be operated with a widebody A330-300. Onboard, the Business Class is outfitted with full-flat seats. Sat, 01 Mar 2014 07:00:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-commence-beijing-chiang-mai-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-commence-beijing-chiang-mai-service/ Air China Limited, or Air China in short, will introduce a Beijing - Chiang Mai service on November 7. Want to have first-hand experiences of the charming streets depicted in “Lost in Thailand,” a 2013 Chinese box-office hit? Fly to Thailand on Air China. Fri, 11 Oct 2013 23:30:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-and-air-china-expand-partnertship/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-canada-and-air-china-expand-partnertship/ Air Canada and Air China are expanding their long-standing commercial cooperation agreement enhancing the carriers’ interline and codeshare services offered via their respective hubs. Thu, 03 Oct 2013 07:05:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-connects-houston-and-beijing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-connects-houston-and-beijing/ Air China has launched its four weekly nonstop services between Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China and George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas. Sat, 13 Jul 2013 12:31:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-connects-houston-and-beijing-with-new-nonstop-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-connects-houston-and-beijing-with-new-nonstop-service/ Air China, the exclusive national flag carrier for the People’s Republic of China, begins its four weekly nonstop services between Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China and George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston, Texas today. Fri, 12 Jul 2013 23:00:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-commences-chengdu-frankfurt-nonstop-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-commences-chengdu-frankfurt-nonstop-service/ Air China has commenced its nonstop Chengdu-Frankfurt flights. The three-times weekly service, CA431/432, is offered with mainstream long-range aircraft Airbus A330-200 on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday. The flight time is about only 10 hours. Sun, 09 Jun 2013 07:00:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-threatens-to-get-tough-on-aviation-emissions/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eu-threatens-to-get-tough-on-aviation-emissions/ Officials at the European Commission have ten Chinese and Indian airlines are facing the prospect of exclusion from airports in the European Union for refusing to comply with rules aimed at regulating greenhouse emissions. The airlines include Air China and Air India, with both carriers among those accused of not providing emissions data. Fri, 17 May 2013 10:28:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-plans-north-america-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-plans-north-america-service/ Air China will cement its foothold in North America with the launch of a new route from Beijing to Houston in 2013 after expanding its schedules into New York, Los Angeles and Vancouver and upgrading the airliners on its New York and San Francisco routes. Sat, 23 Mar 2013 11:50:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-increases-its-beijing-moscow-service-to-daily/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-increases-its-beijing-moscow-service-to-daily/ Air China will increase its Beijing-Moscow service CA909/10 by two flights a week to daily starting March 31. The outbound flight departs from Beijing at 13:45 local time, while the return flight departs from Moscow at 19:45 local time. The total flight time is 8 hours and 10 minutes. The flights will be operated with the newly revamped B777-200. Sun, 10 Mar 2013 09:00:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-places-31-plane-order-to-boost-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-places-31-plane-order-to-boost-fleet/ Boeing has announced Air China has agreed to buy two Boeing 747-8 Intercontinentals, one 777-300ER (Extended Range) and 20 Next-Generation 737-800s. In addition, Air China Cargo, a subsidiary of Air China, has agreed to buy eight 777 Freighters. Tue, 05 Mar 2013 11:19:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-commence-chengdu-frankfurt-nonstop-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-commence-chengdu-frankfurt-nonstop-service/ Air China will commence nonstop Chengdu-Frankfurt service on May 19, 2013. The new service will cement Chengdu’s position as southwestern China’s air transportation hub and offer a faster and more economic option for travelers between southwestern China and Europe. Fri, 01 Feb 2013 18:00:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-introduce-boeing-777-300er-on-new-york-beijing-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-introduce-boeing-777-300er-on-new-york-beijing-route/ Air China has confirmed it will upgrade the aircraft it used on the Beijing-New York route to the state of the art Boeing 777-300ER from March 31st. The Chinese flag-carrier will also increase its frequency on the route from seven to 11 flights per week. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 07:31:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-start-beijing-geneva-nonstop-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-start-beijing-geneva-nonstop-service/ Air China recently announced that starting May 7, 2013 it will offer nonstop four-times weekly Beijing - Geneva service using the Airbus A330-200. That will make Air China the only carrier offering nonstop rotations between Beijing and Geneva. Mon, 28 Jan 2013 18:00:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-expands-us-flights-with-new-houston-departure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-expands-us-flights-with-new-houston-departure/ Air China has announced a new non-stop service between Houston in the United States and Beijing, pending government approval. The news was welcomed by Houston mayor Annise Parker, who said: “Houston is honoured to be the newest global gateway for Air China as our international growth depends on strong relationships worldwide.” Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:08:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-america-air-china-launch-interline-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/virgin-america-air-china-launch-interline-agreement/ California based Virgin America and Air China have signed a new interline agreement which offers seamless travel on the networks of both carriers across their respective routes in North America and Asia. Sun, 18 Nov 2012 13:42:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-new-mobile-site/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-new-mobile-site/ Air China has officially launched its mobile website in the United States, allowing passengers to their smartphone to access a wealth of information. The site allows passengers to check flights, purchase air tickets, view reservations, book special meals, and inquire about free baggage allowance policies, PhoenixMiles and contact numbers of Air China’s outlets around the world. Mon, 01 Oct 2012 09:43:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-offer-through-check-in-for-beijing-sweden-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-offer-through-check-in-for-beijing-sweden-service/ Air China and Swedish customs authorities recently inked a deal on the carrier’s starting to offer, from September 1, baggage through check-in to passengers who need to transfer to other Swedish domestic cities via Stockholm airport. Fri, 31 Aug 2012 03:00:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-introduces-fast-track-service-at-bangkok-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-introduces-fast-track-service-at-bangkok-airport/ Air China has introduced the ‘Fast Track’ service at the airport of Bangkok to benefit its premium customers. First Class/Business Class passengers and PhoenixMiles Platinum members on the flight Beijing-Bangkok-Beijing operated by Air China can get the ‘Fast Track’ card onboard or at the airport of Bangkok and then head to the specified location carrying the sign ‘FAST TRACK PASS’, where they should produce their valid credentials to qualify for the service. Wed, 15 Aug 2012 06:39:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelport-signs-full-content-agreement-with-air-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelport-signs-full-content-agreement-with-air-china/ Travelport, the business services provider to the global travel industry, has today announced a new multi-year global full content agreement with Air China. Wed, 08 Aug 2012 18:00:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-takes-steps-to-alleviate-heathrow-congestion/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-takes-steps-to-alleviate-heathrow-congestion/ In order to improve the service on the flights from Beijing to London, Air China has introduced the Fast Track immigration service at Heathrow Airport. First and Business Class passengers and PhoenixMiles Platinum members can now head to the specified location carrying the sign “FAST TRACK”, where they should produce their valid credentials to qualify for the service. Wed, 25 Jul 2012 09:46:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-offers-online-check-in-in-seoul-south-korea/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-offers-online-check-in-in-seoul-south-korea/ Passengers can visit www.airchina.com or www.airchina.kr to check-in onto Air China’s flights from Seoul’s Incheon and Gimpo airports to Beijing from after midnight until three hours before fight departure on the flight day. With valid ID and e-ticket, they can select seat, collect Air China kilometers and print the boarding pass. After they finish check-in, they can print the boarding pass on a piece of A4 paper. At the airport, they can get the official boarding pass and check in their baggage at specified counters. Thu, 12 Jul 2012 18:00:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-opens-its-danish-internet-site/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-opens-its-danish-internet-site/ Air China has recently opened its Danish Internet site www.airchina.dk, which keeps customers up to speed on real-time flight status, flight schedules, onboard services, promotions, admission to FFP, FFP activities and contact numbers of the carrier’s representative offices worldwide. Mon, 02 Jul 2012 23:00:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetblue-and-air-china-announce-plans-to-partner/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetblue-and-air-china-announce-plans-to-partner/ JetBlue and Air China have formed an interline agreement and plan to implement a codeshare deal this year. The new deal marks JetBlue’s first partnership with a Chinese carrier. Tue, 12 Jun 2012 09:59:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-welcomes-air-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gatwick-welcomes-air-china/ Air China is expanding its London network with a non-stop service from Gatwick to Beijing International Airport four times a week. The Airbus A330-200 aircraft will depart Gatwick at 1300 on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Wed, 02 May 2012 18:32:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-and-air-macau-align-frequent-flyer-programs/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-and-air-macau-align-frequent-flyer-programs/ According to a recent arrangement, Air China’s PhoenixMiles members can collect non-status mileage on all scheduled flights operated by Air Macau and request award tickets on the scheduled flights operated by Air Macau and carrying the code “NX”. Thu, 19 Apr 2012 06:00:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-chinas-b777-300-set-to-debut-in-february/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-chinas-b777-300-set-to-debut-in-february/ Dr. Zhihang Chi, Air China’s Vice President & General Manager for North America hasofficially announced the deployment of one of Air China’s B777-300 ERs on the Los Angeles-Beijing route effective February 1, 2012.  Sat, 14 Jan 2012 01:05:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-introduces-self-check-in-at-more-foreign-airports/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-introduces-self-check-in-at-more-foreign-airports/ Air China has introduced self check-in desks at more foreign airports. Vancouver International Airport, Osaka Kansai International Airport and Nagoya International Airport are the latest to be added to the time-saving scheme. Thu, 05 Jan 2012 07:57:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-steps-up-international-presence/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-steps-up-international-presence/ Air China will resume Shanghai-Paris rotations CA833/4 and change the Shanghai-Beijing-Paris service CA933/4 to Beijing-Paris direct service. B777-300ER widebodies will be used on these routes to replace the original A340. Wed, 28 Dec 2011 09:07:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-direct-rotations-beijing-lhasa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-direct-rotations-beijing-lhasa/ Air China officially launched direct daily rotations between Beijing and Lhasa on December 15, the first time that direct scheduled flights between the two cities are available Sat, 17 Dec 2011 23:00:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launching-from-gatwick/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launching-from-gatwick/ Air China will launch non-stop, four weekly flights from Gatwick to Beijing starting on the 2nd May 2012. The flights will operate on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday with A330-200. Tue, 06 Dec 2011 21:00:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-resume-shanghai-paris-direct-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-resume-shanghai-paris-direct-service/ Air China will resume its direct rotations between Shanghai and Paris starting March 10, 2012, and the existing Shanghai-Beijing-Paris services (CA933/4) will be rescheduled to become direct rotations between Beijing and Paris operated with B777-300ER. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:00:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-trial-of-gogos-in-flight-entertainment-equipment/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-trial-of-gogos-in-flight-entertainment-equipment/ Gogo, a leader of in-flight connectivity and an innovator of in-flight entertainment solutions, has reached an agreement to provide a trial of its wireless in-flight entertainment equipment on Air China. Mon, 21 Nov 2011 20:00:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-service-to-copenhagen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-to-launch-service-to-copenhagen/ The number of affluent Chinese tourists and business people visiting Copenhagen will increase substantially next year when Air China opens a non-stop service between Copenhagen and Beijing. SAS already flies to Beijing and will resume non-stop flights to Shanghai in March 2012. Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:30:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-links-with-boeing-for-biofuel-showcase/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-links-with-boeing-for-biofuel-showcase/ Air China and Boeing have joined forced to conducted China’s first sustainable biofuel flight. Alongside Chinese and US aviation energy partners, the two-hour mainland flight from Beijing Capital International Airport was witnessed by officials from both countries and highlights the viability of using sustainable aviation biofuel sourced in China. Fri, 28 Oct 2011 13:45:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-joins-safug/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-joins-safug/ Air China will become a member of Sustainable Aviation Fuel Users Group (SAFUG). Being the first Chinese airline of the Group, Air China will be in line with other members to support the commercial use of lower carbon renewable fuels, derived from environmentally and socially sustainable sources, to achieve a broader aim of achieving carbon-neutral growth across the industry. Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:55:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/agoda.com-links-up-with-air-china-for-air-miles-scheme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/agoda.com-links-up-with-air-china-for-air-miles-scheme/ Agoda.com has announced a partnership with Air China which will see PhoenixMiles Frequent Flyer members earn miles when they book a hotel through a special landing page on global hotel booking site. Air China flies more than 243 routes to 47 international and 91 domestic destinations, and offers more than a million seats per week. Thu, 01 Sep 2011 09:53:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-completes-a380-testing-ahead-of-launch/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-completes-a380-testing-ahead-of-launch/ The first Airbus A380 to be operated by China Southern Airlines took to the skies for the start of a final phase of flight and ground tests earlier. The tests are being carried out from Airbus’ facilities in Hamburg, where the aircraft has undergone painting and full cabin furnishing. Sat, 20 Aug 2011 02:50:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-inks-deal-with-siemens/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-inks-deal-with-siemens/ Air China has become the first provider to be considered by Siemens when it comes to global travel solutions. The signing ceremony was attended by Air China commercial committee vice chairman Shi Zengqi and Siemens world procurement vice president Bernd Schulz. Thu, 18 Aug 2011 06:31:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-eva-air-and-uni-air-launch-frequent-flyer-program-cooperation/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-eva-air-and-uni-air-launch-frequent-flyer-program-cooperation/ Air China, Eva Air and Uni Air launch frequent flyer program cooperation from Aug 1st, 2011. Mon, 08 Aug 2011 15:00:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-and-tibet-airlines-work-together-on-serving-loyal-customers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-and-tibet-airlines-work-together-on-serving-loyal-customers/ The Frequent Flyer Program cooperation between the two carriers began July 26th, 2011. The arrangement allows Air China PhoenixMiles members to earn Status Mileage on all scheduled flights operated by Tibet Airlines, and redeem Award Tickets on all scheduled flights operated and marketed by Tibet Airlines from November 1st, 2011. Fri, 05 Aug 2011 01:00:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-delivers-first-777-300er-to-air-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-delivers-first-777-300er-to-air-china/ Boeing has delivered the first 777-300ER to Air China, the flag carrier of the People’s Republic of China. The new airplane is the first of 19 777-300ERs Air China has on order with Boeing. Thu, 21 Jul 2011 15:40:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-arrival-lounges/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-arrival-lounges/ First/Business Class passengers or PhoenixMiles Platinum and Gold members flying from Vancouver, European cities and Australia to Beijing on flights operated by Air China qualify for access to our around-the-clock arrival lounges at T3 of Beijing, and can stay there for a good rest for up to 3 hours. Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:00:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bmi-launches-codeshare-with-air-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bmi-launches-codeshare-with-air-china/ bmi, British Midland International, has announced a new codeshare deal with Air China on its UK and Ireland services from London Heathrow. Effective immediately, Air China adds its CA code onto bmi services to and from London Heathrow to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Dublin. Wed, 06 Jul 2011 09:25:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-offers-french-online-check-in/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-offers-french-online-check-in/ The French version of the online check-in feature of the carrier’s sub-website for France www.airchina.fr was offered on June 27, making it easier for passengers departing from Charles de Gaule airport, Paris, to check in online from 28 hours to 3 hours before flight departure. Sat, 02 Jul 2011 03:20:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-and-bmi-start-code-share/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-and-bmi-start-code-share/ According to the deal inked by the two Star Alliance member carriers, bmi’s flights from London to Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Dublin, Belfast and Manchester will carry Air China’s code “CA”. Fri, 01 Jul 2011 11:20:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-upgrades-business-class-of-airbus-a330-200/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-upgrades-business-class-of-airbus-a330-200/ ir China has announced the Business class upgrade of 16 Airbus A330-200, which will be revamped, upgrading the seats to a luxurious full lie-flat 180-degree bed, and improving the entertainment system. Mon, 27 Jun 2011 22:24:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-delivers-first-bbj-737-700-igw-to-air-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-delivers-first-bbj-737-700-igw-to-air-china/ Boeing Business Jets has announced the delivery of a BBJ 737-700 IGW to Beijing Airlines, a business jet subsidiary of Air China.  Air China was recently nominated for the prestigious title of China’s Leading Airline by the World Travel Awards ahead of the Asia & Australasia Gala Ceremony in Bangkok in September. Wed, 11 May 2011 08:52:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-sign-china-telecom-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-sign-china-telecom-deal/ Air China and China Telecom signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement on April 19 in Beijing, marking the establishment of a multi-faceted strategic partnership and an important step in deepening cooperation in the information technology industry. Fri, 22 Apr 2011 02:00:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-passengers-take-on-star-alliance-seat-survey/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-passengers-take-on-star-alliance-seat-survey/ As a member of the Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline group, Air China is this week giving its customers the chance to have their say in an important decision the alliance is making globally. Sat, 26 Mar 2011 02:44:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-selects-the-datalex-travel-distribution-platform/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-selects-the-datalex-travel-distribution-platform/ Air China, which ranks among the world’s largest and most profitable carriers, has formally selected the award-winning Datalex Travel Distribution Platform (TDP) for all domestic and international shopping and reservations online and in call centre. Tue, 15 Mar 2011 14:15:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-becomes-first-chinese-747-8-customer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-becomes-first-chinese-747-8-customer/ Air China has become the first Chinese customer to order the new 747-8 Intercontinental from US aircraft manufacturer Boeing. The carrier has signed an agreement to purchase five of the passenger version of the new, fuel-efficient 747-8s. Tue, 08 Mar 2011 09:24:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-offers-flight-shuttle-link-up/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-offers-flight-shuttle-link-up/ Air China has become the first Chinese airline to offer combined tickets that include domestic flights and shuttle bus services to nearby cities. The first combined flight-shuttle bus ticket will connect Tianjin via shuttle bus with domestic flights passing through Beijing. Fri, 24 Dec 2010 01:00:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rolls-royce-bounces-back-from-turbulence/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rolls-royce-bounces-back-from-turbulence/ Rolls-Royce has begun to recover from recent travails following the confirmation of lucrative contracts with Air China and TAM Airlines. The British engine manufacturer has been under the spotlight in recent weeks, following the emergency landing of Qantas Flight QF32 in Singapore. Tue, 23 Nov 2010 11:23:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-its-first-direct-route-from-chengdu-to-japan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-its-first-direct-route-from-chengdu-to-japan/ Air China yesterday ( September 22, 2010) launched a direct route from Chengdu to Tokyo. Air China is the first airline to launch a direct route to Japan from Southwest China. Thu, 23 Sep 2010 16:53:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-several-new-routes-to-popular-tourist-destinations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-several-new-routes-to-popular-tourist-destinations/ Air China has launched several new routes for the late summer and autumn seasons, giving further options to customers who plan on travelling over the coming months. Tue, 21 Sep 2010 12:13:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-flight-schedules-now-available-online/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-flight-schedules-now-available-online/ In order to save passengers valuable time, as well as make travelling more convenient, Air China has made three types of flight schedules available to download from the Air China website. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 12:41:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-and-aegean-airlines-work-together-on-serving-loyal-customers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-and-aegean-airlines-work-together-on-serving-loyal-customers/ The Frequent Flyer Program cooperation between the two carriers began June 30th, 2010. Thu, 01 Jul 2010 12:54:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-beijing-yushu-non-stop-route-on-june-11-to-support-post-/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-beijing-yushu-non-stop-route-on-june-11-to-support-post-/ Air China will launch a non-stop route from Beijing to Yushu on June 11 in order to support post-disaster reconstruction in earthquake-stricken areas. Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:38:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-the-first-all-inclusive-trip-to-south-india/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-launches-the-first-all-inclusive-trip-to-south-india/ Air China is now offering a 5-day, all-inclusive travel package from Chengdu to Bangalore for only RMB 5,600. Package cost includes airfare, hotel fee, and other travel expenses. Passengers can also enjoy a free night stay in Chengdu when catching a transfer flight. Fri, 04 Jun 2010 10:41:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-chinas-beijing-stockholm-route-takes-china-sweden-relations-to-new-heig/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-chinas-beijing-stockholm-route-takes-china-sweden-relations-to-new-heig/ Air China joined over 300 representatives from both Sweden and China in celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations at the Sweden-China Innovation Week being held in Beijing from May 16 to May 22. Wed, 02 Jun 2010 17:04:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-powers-air-chinas-first-online-booking-engine-for-smes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-powers-air-chinas-first-online-booking-engine-for-smes/ Amadeus, a leading travel technology partner and transaction processor for the global travel and tourism industry, today announced the deployment of its online booking engine to Air China’s Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SME) Programme, Air China Rewards. Thu, 13 May 2010 11:33:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-takes-over-shenzhen/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-china-takes-over-shenzhen/ Air China has revealed plans to take over Shenzhen Airlines in a move that would bring the majority of China’s aviation sector under the control of just three state-controlled carriers. The $100m deal would also strengthen the flag carrier’s foothold in the south of China. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 13:34:48 +0000