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Book Cheap Air China Flights & Specials<\/span>
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Popular flights with Air China<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Prices observed in the past 7 days start from R2,079<\/strong> one-way and R5,009<\/strong> round trip. Fares and availability may change at any time, and additional terms may apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It became very evident to us that Air China\u2019s reputation is of a premium standard given that the President of China makes use of the airline himself. President Xi Jinping does not require his own private airplane like most heads of states, but rather makes use of a regular 747-400 out of Air China\u2019s fleet – must be pretty good then!<\/p>\n

While most airlines have relatively self-explanatory liveries \u2013 flags, coats of arms, national symbols \u2013 Air China\u2019s intriguing logo could have you scratching your head. What exactly is it? Well, according to the official company profile, the fluid red lines of the corporate logo depict a phoenix in flight. The mythological bird is said to be a symbol of good luck and happiness, while the bold colour is associated with all things festive and promising in China.<\/p>\n

At Travelstart, we are proud to be affiliated with an airline such as Air China. For the best deals on Air China bookings and flight specials, book with Travelstart today.<\/p>\n

Book Air China flights to Los Angeles, Sao Paulo, Beijing and other exciting places!<\/p><\/p>\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

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International\/ Regional Flights:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Economy Class<\/strong><\/p>\n

Passengers are allowed to check one piece of luggage, weighing no more than 23kg free of charge.<\/p>\n

Business and First Class<\/strong><\/p>\n

Passengers are allowed to check two pieces of luggage, each weighing no more than 32kg free of charge.<\/p>\n

Domestic Flights:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Economy Class<\/strong><\/p>\n

Passengers are allowed to check baggage of up to 20kg free of charge.<\/p>\n

Business Class<\/strong><\/p>\n

Passengers are allowed to check baggage of up to 30kg free of charge.<\/p>\n

First Class<\/strong><\/p>\n

Passengers are allowed to check baggage of up to 40kg free of charge.<\/p>\n

Infants<\/strong><\/p>\n

Parents are allowed to check up to 10kg of luggage per infant, as well as a foldable stroller or bassinet.<\/p>\n

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International Flights:<\/strong><\/p>\n

First Class and Business Class passengers can take 2 pieces of luggage each weighing 8kg.<\/p>\n

Economy Class passengers can take 1 piece of luggage weighing up to 5kg.<\/p>\n

Domestic Flights:<\/strong><\/p>\n

First Class passengers can take up to 2 pieces of carry-on luggage, weighing 5kg per piece.<\/p>\n

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Air China Online Check-in:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Step 1:<\/em> Retrieve your booking from the online check-in service by putting in your flight number and name as per your passport.<\/p>\n

Step 2:<\/em> Select the flight you would like to check in for.<\/p>\n

Step 3:<\/em> Select your preferred seat from an interactive seat map.<\/p>\n

Step 4:<\/em> Select the preferred way to obtain the boarding pass. Either save the boarding pass in PDF format, print the boarding pass on A4 paper, or enter your email address and have the electronic version sent to you.<\/p>\n

Online check-in is available from 36 hours to 2 hours before scheduled departure.<\/p>\n

Self-Service Check:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Step 1:<\/em> Retrieve your booking by scanning the photo page of your passport on the self-service machine.<\/p>\n

Step 2:<\/em> Select the flight you would like to check in for.<\/p>\n

Step 3:<\/em> Select your preferred seat from the seat map.<\/p>\n

Step 4:<\/em> Print your boarding pass.<\/p>\n

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