About Spring Airlines
Spring Airlines (ICAO: CQH) is a prominent low-cost carrier based in China, known for its extensive network and budget-friendly fares.
Spring Airlines Co., Ltd. was established on May 26, 2004, and commenced flight operations on July 18, 2005, making it the first low-cost carrier in China. It operates as the aviation subsidiary of Shanghai Spring International Travel Service and has been publicly listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange since January 2015.
The airline is headquartered in Changning, Shanghai, and maintains major operational bases at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA), Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG), and Shijiazhuang. Other significant bases include Shenzhen (SZX), Shenyang (SHE), Jieyang (SWA), and Osaka, Japan. Spring Airlines operates a modern, all-Airbus A320 family fleet, consisting of 134 aircraft as of August 2025, including 116 A320s and 12 A321s.
Spring Airlines boasts a comprehensive route network, serving over 130 domestic routes within China and more than 80 international and regional routes. Its international and regional destinations include various cities in Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Cambodia, as well as Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan. The airline operates on a low-cost model and is not a member of any major global airline alliances such as Star Alliance, SkyTeam, or Oneworld. In line with its low-cost strategy, Spring Airlines primarily offers single-cabin Economy Class seating. Complimentary onboard meals and water are not provided but are available for purchase, along with options for extra legroom seating and additional baggage allowance.
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