Air China

Air China

http://www.airchina.com.cn
https://www.linkedin.com/company/air-china/

Air China is a state-owned airline headquartered in China, founded in 1988. With approximately 10,010 employees, it operates within the Airlines and Aviation sector. Functioning as China’s national carrier, the company is also a member carrier of the Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline network.

Revenue

Founded

1988

Headcount

10,001

Headquarters

China

Primary Segment

Airlines and Aviation

Ownership

State Owned

News Summary:

On April 23, 2026, Air China faced significant operational disruption, logging 245 delays and 15 cancellations amidst widespread issues impacting major aviation hubs across China. On the same day, Air China also added a new route connecting Beijing and Bishkek. This activity follows the broader context of travel between India and China reopening after a six-year freeze, facilitated by diplomatic steps since 2024, including a bilateral deal to restart air services in August 2025. Air China had previously resumed its non-stop Beijing–Delhi flights on April 21, 2026. The airline now operates this route three times a week on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, utilizing Airbus A330-200/300 aircraft, a move expected to enhance travel options and support growing demand across business, tourism, and bilateral travel segments.

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May

2nd

2026

18:30

Air China Launches Direct Flights from Chongqing to Manila – A Major Boost for Tourism, Business, and Connectivity Between China and the Philippines

Air China launches direct flights between Chongqing and Manila boosting tourism business ties between China and the Philippines with a faster efficient route

Travel And Tour World

May

2nd

2026

18:30

Air China opens new gateway to Manila from Chongqing

A new chapter in Philippine–China travel connectivity took flight this weekend as Air China launched its first direct service between Chongqing and Manila. The inaugural CKG–MNL flight, carrying more than 150 passengers, landed shortly after midnight on May 2 at Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

May

1st

2026

18:30

New air route connecting China's Chongqing, Philippines' Manila launched

MANILA, May 3 (Xinhua) -- A direct flight route linking southwest China's Chongqing Municipality with the Philippines' capital Manila has been launched to facilitate air connectivity between China and the Philippines. The route is operated by Air China with Boeing 737 aircraft, offering four round-trip flights every week.

May

1st

2026

05:22

Indigo and Air China Reopen India-China Routes as Relations Thaw

Indigo and Air China reopened key India-China routes, restoring a direct travel link between the two markets as relations thaw. The move gives passengers and businesses a fresh path between India and China without adding any new route count, dates, or schedule detail.

Apr

30th

2026

16:45

Travel Chaos in China After China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Air China, and More Carriers See Over 100 Flight Cancellations Across Beijing, Shanghai, and More Disrupting Routes to Vienna, Los Angeles, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Shenzhen, and More

The China flight cancellations report shows a large-scale disruption affecting 112 cancelled departures across major airports in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Shenzhen, and Xi’an. The affected destinations include Shanghai Hongqiao, Sanya, Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Kunming, Shenzhen, Qingdao, Beijing Daxing, Xi’an, Los Angeles, and Vienna, reflecting a widespread impact on both domestic and international connectivity.

Travel And Tour World

Apr

30th

2026

13:00

Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag

Air New Zealand and Air China Alliance Reauthorisation Analysis

The Air New Zealand and Air China alliance likely affects the market between New Zealand and YRD by shifting some passengers from China Eastern's direct services to the Air New Zealand service. The alliance makes Air New Zealand's service a more viable competitor to China Eastern, but it is unclear that there would be any entry or exit of operating airlines in the NZ–YRD market without the alliance. The empirical evidence suggests that NZ–JJJ is a distinct market, not well served by other routes between New Zealand and the eastern China seaboard. The alliance does not involve the loss or consolidation of direct competition, and the prospect of longer-run entry or expansion acts as a disciplining force on profitability.

Ministry of Transport New Zealand

Apr

30th

2026

13:00

Partnerships and Alliances, B2B Tag

Authorisation of Airline Cooperation Agreements for Five Years

The Minister of Transport is considering authorising two airline cooperation agreements, the Strategic Alliance Agreement between Air New Zealand and Air China, and the Joint Business Agreement between Qantas and American Airlines, for a further five years to 31 March 2031. The agreements aim to improve efficiency, expand global reach, and enhance services for travellers. The Ministry's analysis indicates that the public benefits outweigh concerns about competitive detriment, and the agreements are expected to deliver net public benefits to New Zealand.

Ministry of Transport New Zealand

Apr

30th

2026

07:01

Financial Results, B2B Tag

China's top airlines swing to Q1 profit, fuel costs cloud outlook

China's top three state-owned airlines bounced back to profit in the first quarter, helped by robust demand during the Lunar New Year holiday and recovering global travel, although the outlook is overshadowed by higher fuel costs amid the war in Iran.

The Standard Hong Kong

Apr

30th

2026

06:33

Thailand Joins Japan, Singapore, Vietnam, Laos, Malaysia and More in Asia as China Cuts Critical Flights to Bangkok, Phuket, and Kuala Lumpur, With AirAsia, Air China, and China Eastern Airlines Battling Soaring Fuel Prices and Massive Flight Reductions

China has dramatically scaled back flights to key destinations like Bangkok, Phuket, and Kuala Lumpur, joining Japan, Singapore, Vietnam, Laos, Malaysia, and other Asian countries in facing severe travel disruptions. This significant reduction comes in response to soaring fuel prices and ongoing energy shortages, which have forced major airlines like AirAsia, Air China, and China Eastern Airlines to cancel or suspend numerous routes.

Travel And Tour World

Apr

30th

2026

02:57

Financial Results, B2B Tag

Air China Turns To Profit In Q1 On Revenue Growth

Air China Limited ( AIRC.L , AIRYY.PK , 0753.HK ) reported Thursday a profit in its first quarter, compared to prior year's loss, benefited by increased revenues. In the first quarter, net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB1.71 billion, compared to loss of RMB2.04 billion a year ago.

Apr

30th

2026

02:10

Financial Results, B2B Tag

Air China reports Q1 profit after year-ago loss

HONG KONG - Air China Limited (SEHK:00753) reported a net profit of RMB1.71 billion for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, compared to a loss of RMB2.04 billion in the same period last year, according to a press release statement.

Investing India

Apr

30th

2026

01:56

Air China renews financial services deals with CNAF unit

HONG KONG - Air China Limited (SEHK:00753) entered into three financial services agreements with China National Aviation Finance Co., Ltd. on Tuesday, extending arrangements for deposit and lending services through December 31, 2029. The agreements involve CNAF providing financial services to Air China, China National Aviation Holding Corporation Limited, and Air China Cargo Co., Ltd. The arrangements replace existing agreements set to expire on December 31, 2026.

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