There are two main ways to book 9 Air (AQ) flights: directly on the official website, or via platforms like Trip.com after comparing fares. The same flight can differ noticeably in price between channels and dates, so a quick comparison usually pays off.
9 Air is a low-cost carrier: base fares typically exclude checked baggage, seats and meals. Compare total prices including baggage — buying allowance at the airport is far more expensive.
Timing-wise, avoid the week right before major holidays; 2-6 weeks ahead is the sweet spot for domestic fares — and early-morning or late-evening flights often run 10-30% below prime-time.
Trip.com settles in your local currency and supports international cards, Alipay and WeChat Pay; platform bookings also come with platform-side support for changes.