Hainan Airlines

Q: What are Hainan Airlines' airline codes?

Hainan Airlines' IATA code is HU , its ICAO code is CHH , and its callsign is HAINAN .

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Hainan Airlines is a Chinese airline based in Haikou, with major operations in Beijing and Shenzhen. This guide covers its hubs, network, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in, Fortune Wings Club and airport transportation.

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Aircraft: 130
Destinations: PEK, SZX
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About Hainan Airlines

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Official name: Hainan Airlines Holding Co., Ltd. (海南航空控股股份有限公司)
Callsign: HAINAN
Country: China
Founded: 1989
Parent company: Liaoning Fangda Group
Head office: Haikou, Hainan, China
Alliance: None (codeshare partnerships)
Frequent-flyer program: Fortune Wings Club
Official website: hainanairlines.com

Hainan Airlines is a Chinese airline headquartered in Haikou, on Hainan Island. It was founded in 1989 as Hainan Province Airlines, and the listed company, Hainan Airlines Holding Co., Ltd., is part of Liaoning Fangda Group. It is not a member of any of the three global alliances and works with partner airlines through codeshare agreements.

Haikou Meilan is its home base, and its main hubs are Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX), with further bases in Chongqing, Xi'an and other Chinese cities. The network covers nearly 80 cities in China plus around 130 international and regional routes in more than 30 countries and regions, including Europe, North America, Mexico, Oceania and Southeast Asia.

The fleet of about 230 aircraft combines Boeing 737s and Airbus A320neo-family jets for short-haul flights with Boeing 787s and Airbus A330s on long-haul routes.

Network

Where Hainan Airlines flies

Routes and frequencies change with the season, and some long-haul routes run only a few times a week. Some flights sold with an HU flight number are operated by partner airlines; check the "operated by" line when you book.

China

A domestic network of nearly 500 routes to around 80 cities, linking Beijing, Haikou, Shenzhen, Chongqing, Xi'an, Guangzhou and other cities.

Europe

Flights from Beijing to cities such as Berlin, Prague, Belgrade and Manchester, plus long-haul routes from Shenzhen, Chongqing and Haikou.

North America and Mexico

787 flights from Beijing to Boston and Seattle, and a Beijing–Tijuana–Mexico City service.

Asia and Oceania

Routes from Haikou and other Chinese cities to Southeast Asia, including Bangkok and Singapore, and to Australia and New Zealand.

Aircraft

Hainan Airlines fleet

Hainan Airlines flies a mixed Boeing and Airbus fleet of about 230 aircraft. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

Boeing 787 Dreamliner

The 787-8 and 787-9 operate most long-haul routes to Europe, North America, Mexico and Oceania.

Airbus A330

The A330-200, A330-300 and A330-900 fly long-haul and regional international routes and busy domestic trunk routes.

Boeing 737

The 737-800 and 737 MAX 8 make up most of the fleet and fly domestic and short international routes.

Airbus A320neo family

A320neo and A321neo aircraft on domestic and regional routes.

On board

Hainan Airlines cabin classes

Cabins depend on the aircraft and route. Check the seat map and fare conditions before you buy.

Business

Offered across the fleet. On long-haul 787 and A330 aircraft, the seat type and layout vary by aircraft; check the seat map.

Premium Economy

A separate cabin with wider seats and more legroom, available only on newer Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

Economy

The standard cabin on all aircraft, with seatback screens on long-haul aircraft. Fare type affects changes and baggage.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

Hainan Airlines baggage allowances depend on the fare, cabin, route and Fortune Wings Club status.

Carry-on

Passengers can normally bring a carry-on bag; the number of pieces, size and weight depend on fare and cabin and are shown during booking.

Checked baggage

Allowances depend on fare, cabin and route. Check your booking for the allowance that applies.

Special items

Sports equipment, pets, oversized items and medical equipment follow separate rules. Check the official Hainan Airlines website before you fly.

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

Hainan Airlines offers online check-in on hainanairlines.com for many flights. Follow the check-in and bag-drop deadlines shown in your booking, which are longer for international flights.

1 Confirm
Confirm the operating airline, airport and terminal.
2 Documents
Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination and any transit points.
3 Check in
Check in online as soon as it opens.
4 Boarding pass
Download the mobile boarding pass or print it.
5 Arrive early
Allow time for bag drop, security and, on international flights, immigration.

Lounges

Hainan Airlines operates its own lounges at hubs and bases including Beijing Capital (Terminal 2), Haikou Meilan and Shanghai Pudong. Access depends on cabin, Fortune Wings Club status and the itinerary. Check the location and opening hours before you travel.

Loyalty program

Fortune Wings Club is the frequent-flyer program of Hainan Airlines and its sister airlines. Members earn points on eligible flights and with partners, and redeem them for award flights and upgrades. Program rules change, so check your account for the conditions that apply to your trip.

Flight status and customer service Official sources

For current operational information, use Hainan Airlines' official services:

Hainan Airlines website

hainanairlines.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status

Hainan Airlines app

Available for iOS and Android, with booking and flight information

Where you land

Hainan Airlines airports

In Beijing, Hainan Airlines flies from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK), not from Beijing Daxing (PKX). Check the airport on your ticket before you book a transfer.

Beijing Capital International Airport Hub

PEK · Beijing

Hainan Airlines' main hub in northern China and the base for most of its long-haul flights to Europe and North America. Hainan Airlines uses Terminal 2.