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Quick facts about Air China

À propos Air China

Air China (IATA: CA, ICAO: CCA) is a CN airline and a member of the Star Alliance alliance.

Air China is China's flag carrier and the only Chinese airline authorised to display the national flag on its aircraft, a member of the Star Alliance. Operating primarily from Beijing, Air China connects China to over 220 destinations worldwide and serves as the de facto state airline for government and diplomatic travel. As one of the "Big Three" Chinese carriers, Air China commands a dominant position on international routes in and out of China.

Did you know? Air China is the only Chinese airline with the right to display the five-star national flag on its aircraft tail, reflecting its status as the official state carrier of the People's Republic of China.

Air China — Facts & Travel Tips

Key facts and practical tips for Air China passengers

Main Hubs
Beijing Capital (PEK), Beijing Daxing (PKX), Shanghai Pudong (PVG)
Founded
1988 — 38 years of service
Fleet Size
~430 aircraft
Airbus A350, Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A320 family
Destinations
220+ destinations worldwide
Baggage Policy
Economy: 23kg checked bag. Business: 40kg. First Class: 40kg. Carry-on: 5-10kg depending on route. PhoenixMiles earns on Star Alliance.
Check-in Tips
Air China online check-in opens 48 hours before departure. Beijing Capital Terminal 3 is Air China's main hub terminal — a vast building, allow extra time for transfers.

How to Track Air China Flights

Tracking a Air China flight on Departra is simple. Enter your CA flight number in the search box above — for example, CA100 — 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.