Sichuan Airlines

Q: What are Sichuan Airlines' airline codes?

Sichuan Airlines' IATA code is 3U , its ICAO code is CSC , and its callsign is SICHUAN .

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Sichuan Airlines is a Chinese airline based in Chengdu, with hubs at Chengdu Tianfu, Chengdu Shuangliu, Chongqing and Kunming. This guide covers its hubs, network, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in, Golden Panda Club and airport transportation.

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Aircraft: 132
Destinations: TFU
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About Sichuan Airlines

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Official name: Sichuan Airlines Co., Ltd. (四川航空股份有限公司)
Callsign: SICHUAN
Country: China
Founded: 1986 (first flights in 1988)
Parent company: Sichuan Airlines Group
Head office: Chengdu, Sichuan, China
Alliance: None (codeshare partnerships)
Frequent-flyer program: Golden Panda Club
Official website: sichuanair.com

Sichuan Airlines is a Chinese airline headquartered in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province. Sichuan Airlines Co., Ltd. was founded on 19 September 1986 and began flying in July 1988; its main shareholder is Sichuan Airlines Group. It is not a member of any of the three global alliances and works with partners such as China Southern Airlines and Turkish Airlines through codeshare agreements.

Its hubs are Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport (CTU), with further hubs in Chongqing and Kunming. From there it serves around 130 destinations, most of them in mainland China, plus international routes to Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Oceania.

The fleet of about 220 aircraft is all Airbus: A319, A320 and A321 jets (including the neo versions) for domestic and regional flights, and A330s and A350-900s on long-haul routes.

Network

Where Sichuan Airlines flies

Routes and frequencies change with the season, and some international routes run only a few times a week or only in the peak season. Some flights sold with a 3U flight number are operated by partner airlines; check the "operated by" line when you book.

China

A dense domestic network from Chengdu, Chongqing and Kunming to cities across mainland China, including Harbin, Hangzhou, Lhasa, Sanya and Xi'an.

Asia

Flights from Chengdu to Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Nha Trang, Seoul and Hong Kong.

Middle East and Europe

Daily flights from Chengdu Tianfu to Istanbul, and a Chengdu Tianfu–Dubai service from late October 2026.

Oceania

Chengdu Tianfu to Melbourne through the winter, with seasonal flights to Sydney and Auckland from December to the end of the 2026/27 winter season.

Aircraft

Sichuan Airlines fleet

Sichuan Airlines flies an all-Airbus fleet of about 220 aircraft, including a small number of freighters. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

Airbus A350-900

The airline's long-haul aircraft, used on routes such as Auckland and Sydney, with business and economy cabins.

Airbus A330

A330-200 and A330-300 aircraft on long-haul and regional international routes and busy domestic trunk routes.

Airbus A320 family

A319, A320, A320neo, A321 and A321neo aircraft make up most of the fleet and fly domestic and short-haul international routes.

On board

Sichuan Airlines cabin classes

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

Business

Offered on the A350, A330 and narrow-body aircraft. Lie-flat seats depend on the aircraft; check the seat map.

Economy

The standard cabin on all aircraft. Fare type affects changes and baggage.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

Sichuan Airlines baggage allowances depend on the fare, cabin, route and Golden Panda 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, and international routes have their own rules. Check your booking for the allowance that applies.

Special items

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

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

Sichuan Airlines offers online check-in on its website and app 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, the airport (Chengdu Tianfu or Chengdu Shuangliu) and the terminal.
2 Documents
Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination and any transit points.
3 Check in
Check in online or in the app 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

Lounge access on Sichuan Airlines depends on cabin, Golden Panda Club status and the itinerary. Check the lounge location and opening hours for your departure airport before you travel.

Loyalty program

Golden Panda Club is the frequent-flyer program of Sichuan Airlines. Members earn points on eligible Sichuan Airlines and partner flights 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 Sichuan Airlines' official services:

Sichuan Airlines website

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

Sichuan Airlines app

Available for iOS and Android, with booking and flight information

Where you land

Sichuan Airlines airports

Chengdu has two international airports, Tianfu (TFU) and Shuangliu (CTU). Sichuan Airlines uses both, so check the airport on your ticket before you book a transfer.

Chengdu Tianfu International Airport Hub

TFU · Chengdu

A Sichuan Airlines hub with much of its domestic network and long-haul flights to Europe, the Middle East and Oceania. International flights use Terminal 1.