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Über uns Hainan Airlines

Hainan Airlines (IATA: HU, ICAO: CHH) is a CN airline.

Hainan Airlines is China's largest privately-owned airline and one of only a few Asian carriers to hold Skytrax five-star status. Founded in 1993 in Hainan Province, the airline has grown into a major international carrier known for above-average service quality relative to Chinese carriers. Hainan operates routes from multiple Chinese cities to Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia.

Did you know? Hainan Airlines is China's only privately-owned major airline and has won the Skytrax five-star rating every year since 2011 — the only Chinese airline to consistently achieve this distinction.

Hainan Airlines — Facts & Travel Tips

Key facts and practical tips for Hainan Airlines passengers

Main Hubs
Beijing Capital (PEK), Haikou (HAK)
Founded
1993 — 33 years of service
Fleet Size
~95 aircraft
Boeing 737-800, Airbus A330, Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Airbus A350
Destinations
100+ destinations worldwide
Baggage Policy
Economy: 20-23kg checked bag. Business: 35-40kg. Carry-on: 7kg.
Check-in Tips
Hainan Airlines online check-in opens 24 hours before departure. Beijing Capital Terminal 1 handles most Hainan Airlines operations — note this differs from the other Big Three carriers.

How to Track Hainan Airlines Flights

Tracking a Hainan Airlines flight on Departra is simple. Enter your HU flight number in the search box above — for example, HU100 — and you will see the live status including:

  • Real-time aircraft position on an interactive map
  • Departure and arrival times with delay information
  • Gate and terminal assignments where available
  • Live weather at both departure and arrival airports
  • Aircraft type and altitude, speed, and heading data

Flight data typically becomes available 24 hours before the scheduled departure. For the most accurate information, check closer to your departure time.