Air China

Air China currently provides very limited flights to Vietnam, mainly to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.

In This Article

1. Air China - Flights to Vietnam
2. Frequent Flyer Program
3. Air China Baggage Allowance
4. Business Class
5. Air China Inflight Meals
6. Air China Safety Record
7. Contact

Air China - Flights to Vietnam

Air China operates direct flights from Beijing and Shenzhen to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. The airline, officially known as Air China Limited, serves as the flag carrier of China. As of 2025, Air China is ranked as the tenth largest airline in the world by fleet size. Although it does not have as large a passenger volume as its two biggest domestic competitors, China Southern and China Eastern, it remains one of the most profitable airlines with a significant market value.

Air China fleet - Photo: Air China

Established: 1988

Logo: Red artistic phoenix

Key people: Kong Dong – Chairman; Cai Jianjiang – President

Fleet: Approximately 295 in service and more than 200 aircraft on order, including state-of-the-art models from Airbus and Boeing.

Alliance: Star Alliance

Frequent Flyer Program

Air China's frequent flyer program, "Phoenix Miles," is the first program of its kind launched in China. Passengers can earn miles for free trips and upgrades by traveling on Air China and its partner airlines within the Star Alliance. Owners of Silver and Gold VIP cards enjoy a 25% mileage bonus, while Platinum card holders receive a 50% mileage bonus.

Air China Baggage Allowance

Hand Baggage

Passengers flying in Economy Class are allowed one piece of hand luggage weighing up to 8 kg. In Business and First Class, passengers can carry two pieces of hand luggage with a maximum total weight of 12 kg. The size limitation for all classes is 55 cm in length, 20 cm in height, and 40 cm in width (approximately 21 inches, 7 inches, and 15 inches, respectively). Additional items allowed in Economy Class include a laptop, handbag, umbrella/hat, and personal electronic devices like MP3 players and mobile phones.

Checked Luggage

Air China uses two methods to measure checked baggage. The first is a weight concept, applied to all locations except the USA, Canada, and Brazil, which allows passengers to check in luggage without additional fees: 23 kg for Economy Class, 32 kg for Business Class, and 40 kg for First Class.

The second method, used for flights to and from North America and Brazil, is a piece concept. In this case, passengers can check in two pieces of luggage, each not exceeding a total dimension of 158 cm. The maximum weight for Economy Class is 23 kg, while Business and First Class allow 32 kg per piece. Members with loyalty cards may enjoy additional baggage allowances.

Business Class

Passengers in Business Class on Air China enjoy high-quality service with modern amenities. Each seat is spacious and converts into a comfortable bed, complete with a pillow, for restful naps during flights.

In-seat entertainment features a touch-screen LCD with options for music, movies, news, and games.
Photo: china-airline.com

Air China Inflight Meals

Air China's inflight meals are a blend of Chinese and Western cuisines, selected based on seasonal changes and health standards. The airline refreshes its menu monthly to showcase a variety of Chinese dishes and enhance passengers' dining experiences.
Photo by @leonless

Hot meals are available on flights longer than one and a half hours that coincide with normal meal times. While meals are generally of acceptable quality, they provide a variety of options, particularly for larger meals served by professional chefs.

Passengers can expect different meal options based on their class, with higher classes receiving finer dishes and beverages. It is advisable to inform the airline in advance for any special dietary requirements.

Passengers often mention the meals on Air China flights as generous; some have noted that two meals during a 12-hour flight may be more than they anticipate, though this could be appealing for those with hearty appetites.

Air China Safety Record

Air China is regarded as a relatively safe airline. Over its 37 years of operation, there have been very few recorded fatal accidents. The most severe incident was Flight 129 from Beijing to Busan, which tragically resulted in the loss of 128 lives out of 166 passengers due to adverse weather conditions.