There are two main ways to book Spring Airlines (9C) 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.
Spring Airlines 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.
On pricing patterns: domestic routes are usually best 2-6 weeks out, and 1-2 months ahead for Chinese holidays; Tuesday-Thursday departures average cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
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.