China Express Airlines, established in 2006, is China's first private regional airline, headquartered at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport. Operating a fleet of 76 aircraft, including Airbus A320s and COMAC ARJ21s, it serves over 100 destinations across China. The airline focuses on connecting underserved markets, benefiting from government subsidies, and supporting the use of domestically produced aircraft.
Year of Establishment: 2006
IATA Code: G5
Main Hub: Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG)
Fleet Size: Approximately 60 aircraft (as of 2025)
Top 5 Destinations: Chongqing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Xi’an, Nanning
Official Website: www.chinaexpressair.com
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China Express Airlines allows passengers to carry one piece of hand luggage up to 7 kg and one personal item. Checked baggage policies vary by ticket class, typically allowing 20 kg for the economy. Excess baggage fees apply. Restricted items include hazardous materials, liquids over 100ml, and oversized baggage without approval.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Carry-On Baggage | Passengers are allowed one piece of carry-on luggage. Maximum weight: 5 kg. Maximum dimensions: 55 x 40 x 20 cm. Personal items (laptop, handbag, etc.) are allowed. |
| Checked Baggage | Economy Class: 20 kg. Business Class: 30 kg. Maximum dimensions: 158 cm (L + W + H). Baggage allowance may vary based on ticket type and route. |
| Excess Baggage | Additional charges apply for overweight and extra baggage. Fees: Approximately ¥80–150 per kg depending on route. Pre-booking excess baggage may be cheaper than airport rates. |
| Special Items | Infant equipment such as strollers and car seats can be checked in free of charge. Sports equipment (bicycles, skis, golf bags) may require pre-approval and extra charges. Musical instruments can be carried as checked or cabin baggage based on size and weight restrictions. |
| Prohibited Items | Hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, and compressed gases. Weapons, firearms, sharp objects, and illegal substances. Items that may pose a threat to flight safety (e.g., lithium batteries above allowed capacity). |
Web Check-in
At China Express Airlines travelers can use web check-in to choose their seats and print out their boarding pass through an online platform. Flight check-in becomes available whenever airline schedules start and end operation before takeoff shortly. Early completion of web check-in improves the process for any China Express Airlines Booking.
All passengers need to reach airports ahead of time to finish check-in tasks before their flights. Domestic flight check-in stations close down 45 minutes before each departure while international flight check-in starts earlier. Airport check-in services require passengers to show their ticket combined with a legal form of identification. The requirement for on-time arrival is vital because missing the boarding cut-off will deny passage.
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