Note: this is an independent guide, not the official China Southern Airlines website. Official site: www.csair.com
China Southern Airlines (IATA code CZ) is a full-service carrier from Mainland China operating out of Guangzhou Baiyun & Beijing Daxing.
Founded in 1988 and part of 南航集团.
China Southern operates Asia’s largest fleet. Its Guangzhou hub anchors the “Canton Route” — a classic value corridor between Europe and Oceania via one stop. Independent since leaving SkyTeam in 2019, with Beijing Daxing as a second hub.
This page gathers the essentials for flying with China Southern Airlines: official website, fares, online check-in, baggage rules and customer service contacts.
Since its founding in 1988, China Southern Airlines has grown into a significant force in the Mainland China market with the backing of 南航集团.
Network & hub
The network is strongest across Strongest to Southeast Asia and Australia/NZ, via Guangzhou and Beijing Daxing. Departing from Guangzhou Baiyun & Beijing Daxing gets you the best frequencies, timings and irregular-ops backup; from non-base cities expect more one-stops, so watch total journey time when booking.
Booking & travel tips
Booking tips: fares float with live inventory — 2–6 weeks out (2–4 months long-haul) is usually the trough, and member pricing can undercut platforms. Add your Sky Pearl Club number at booking; retro-crediting needs boarding passes. Paid upgrade windows open around check-in at prices well below purchase-time premiums, and pre-bought extra baggage saves 30%+ versus airport rates.
What is the official China Southern Airlines website?
The official website is www.csair.com. AirFlights.cn is an independent guide with price-comparison links.
How do I find cheap China Southern Airlines tickets?
Compare live fares on Trip.com — prices vary a lot by date and cabin — or book directly on the airline's own site. Airline member days and seasonal sales bring extra discounts.
Does China Southern Airlines offer online check-in?
Domestic online check-in opens ~14:00 the day before departure, closes 45-60 min before; international opens 24-48h before, closes 60-90 min before (route-dependent).
What is the China Southern Airlines baggage allowance?
Up to 2 x 23kg depending on route (2x23kg Americas, 1x23kg many Asia/Europe routes); max 158cm per piece.
What is the China Southern Airlines frequent flyer program?
Sky Pearl Club. Registration is free; miles can be redeemed for tickets, upgrades and partner benefits.
Where is the China Southern Airlines hub?
The main base is Guangzhou Baiyun & Beijing Daxing — the widest choice of frequencies, timings and connections is from there.
