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Juneyao Airlines

ICAO: DKH IATA: HO Active as of Jan 30, 2026

Airline Statistics

285

Active Routes

2626

Flight Observations

79

Unique Destinations

87

Origin Airports

1131

Avg Route Distance (mi)

5713

Longest Route (mi)

0

Domestic Routes

100

International Routes

About Juneyao Airlines

Here is comprehensive information about Juneyao Airlines:

Juneyao Air, often referred to as Juneyao Airlines (ICAO: DKH), was established in 2005 and commenced operations in September 2006. It functions as a subsidiary of the Shanghai Juneyao (Group) Co., Ltd.. The airline maintains its primary operational bases and main hubs at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) and Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Additionally, it utilizes Beijing and Nanjing as secondary hubs.

As of the latest available information, Juneyao Airlines operates a fleet of approximately 103 aircraft. This fleet predominantly comprises Airbus A320 family aircraft, including models like the A319s, A320s, A320neos, A321s, and A321neos. For its long-haul operations, the airline utilizes Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. Juneyao Airlines offers a broad route network encompassing domestic, international, and regional services. As of November 2025, it serves 62 domestic destinations and 28 international destinations across 17 countries, with a significant focus on routes within Asia, Europe, and Oceania. Recent international expansion has included direct flights to European cities such as Manchester, Brussels, and Athens, as well as to Australian cities like Melbourne and Sydney.

Juneyao Airlines is a Star Alliance Connecting Partner, a status it has held since May 2017. This partnership allows passengers transferring between a Star Alliance member airline and Juneyao Airlines to benefit from services like through check-in. Star Alliance Gold members receive additional privileges, including lounge access, fast-track security, and increased baggage allowance. The airline offers two main cabin classes: Business Class and Economy Class. On its Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, Business Class features Thompson Aero Vantage XL seats configured 1-2-1, which convert into 78-inch lie-flat beds with massage functions, providing enhanced personal space. Economy Class on these Dreamliners is equipped with Recaro CL3710 seats in a 3-3-3 layout, offering a 32-inch seat pitch, four-way adjustable headrests, bi-fold tables, and HD Panasonic screens. In-flight Wi-Fi is available on its Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

Traveler Reviews

Traveler reviews for Juneyao Airlines present a mixed picture, with notable positives and recurring complaints.

What Travelers Love:

  • Newer Aircraft and Clean Cabins: Many passengers praise the modernity of Juneyao Airlines' fleet, especially the A320s and 787s, and frequently comment on the cleanliness and newness of the cabins.
  • Good Service and Attentive Crew: Several reviews highlight positive interactions with friendly and attentive cabin crew and generally good service, particularly when flights operate smoothly.
  • Comfortable Seats (Business Class/Dreamliner Economy): The lie-flat seats in Business Class on the Boeing 787-9 are well-regarded for comfort and space. Economy class on Dreamliners also receives positive remarks for legroom and amenities.

Common Complaints:

  • Flight Cancellations and Delays: A significant number of travelers report frustrating experiences with uncommunicated flight cancellations and substantial delays, often leading to passengers being stranded without adequate assistance or compensation.
  • Poor Communication and Customer Service: There are frequent complaints about a lack of clear communication from the airline, unhelpful staff, and considerable difficulty in obtaining refunds or support, especially during flight disruptions. Issues with English language proficiency among some crew or ground staff are also noted.
  • Limited/Poor In-Flight Entertainment and Wi-Fi: Many reviews criticize the absence or low quality of in-flight entertainment and Wi-Fi, particularly on older aircraft or domestic routes, with some aircraft offering no screens or connectivity.
  • Subpar Food and Drink Offerings: Several passengers express dissatisfaction with the quality, variety, or limited availability of food and beverages, especially on longer flights or during unexpected delays.
  • Cramped Legroom (Economy on some aircraft): While the Dreamliner economy is sometimes praised, other feedback points to cramped legroom in economy cabins, particularly for taller individuals, on certain aircraft types.

Overall, the sentiment for Juneyao Airlines is considerably mixed. While the airline is appreciated for its modern fleet and generally good service when operations run smoothly, it faces significant criticism for its handling of flight disruptions, which often involves poor communication and insufficient customer support. Additionally, the in-flight entertainment and food offerings are frequent points of contention for travelers.

Safety Information

Juneyao Airlines holds a 7/7 safety rating from AirlineRatings.com, indicating a generally good safety record and successful completion of audits. The airline emphasizes safety and environmental consciousness in its fleet maintenance and operations, adhering to international standards.

Despite its generally good rating, Juneyao Airlines has had a few notable incidents. In August 2011, a serious incident occurred at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport when a Juneyao A320 pilot repeatedly refused to yield to a Qatar Airways Boeing 777 that had declared an emergency due to critically low fuel. This resulted in sanctions from Chinese aviation authorities, including a 10% reduction in capacity for three months and a temporary halt on expansion plans. In March 2018, another serious incident involved a Juneyao A320 commencing its takeoff roll at Okinawa without Air Traffic Control (ATC) clearance while another aircraft was still on the runway; however, no damage or injuries occurred. Other incidents reported include a cracked cockpit window on an A320 in February 2022, a cargo smoke indication on an A321 in November 2018, and a forward cargo fire indication on an A320 in March 2014.

While specific regulatory certifications like IOSA, FAA compliance status, or inclusion on the EU safety list are not explicitly detailed in the provided search results, its status as a Star Alliance Connecting Partner suggests adherence to certain high operational standards. Juneyao Airlines operates a relatively modern fleet, including new Airbus A320 family aircraft and Boeing 787 Dreamliners, which contributes to its maintenance reputation. Although one traveler mentioned signs of poor maintenance in cabins, the airline's overall commitment is to a modern and efficient fleet. No specific safety awards or recognitions were found in the available data.

Compiled by AirportRoutes.com • Updated 2 months ago

Route Network Map

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Most Popular Routes

90 flights
A320
62 flights
A320
56 flights
A20N
LFQ → HGH
Linfen Yaodu Airport → Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l
655 miles
54 flights
A320
LFQ → NKG
Linfen Yaodu Airport → Nanjing Lukou Int'l
517 miles
54 flights
A320
LFQ → PVG
Linfen Yaodu Airport → Shanghai Pudong Int'l
683 miles
53 flights
A320
KIX → PVG
Kansai International Airport → Shanghai Pudong Int'l
814 miles
47 flights
B789
CIF → PVG
Chifeng Yulong Airport → Shanghai Pudong Int'l
779 miles
47 flights
A320
CIF → NKG
Chifeng Yulong Airport → Nanjing Lukou Int'l
721 miles
42 flights
A320
40 flights
A320

Top Destinations

PVG (ZSPD)
Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
793 flights
66 routes
NKG (ZSNJ)
Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
407 flights
24 routes
SHA (ZSSS)
Shanghai Hongqiao Int'l
Shanghai
185 flights
20 routes
HGH (ZSHC)
Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l
Hangzhou
105 flights
7 routes
LHW (ZLLL)
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International
Lanzhou
82 flights
5 routes
WUX (ZSWX)
Wuxi
Wuxi
81 flights
11 routes
TAO (ZSQD)
Qingdao Jiaodong Int'l
Qingdao
71 flights
8 routes
KIX (RJBB)
Kansai Int'l
Izumisano
66 flights
4 routes
XIY (ZLXY)
Xi'an Xianyang Int'l
Xi'an
59 flights
6 routes
KWE (ZUGY)
Guiyang Longdongbao
Guiyang
49 flights
5 routes

Top Origin Airports

PVG (ZSPD)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Shanghai (Pudong)
334 flights
62 routes
HUZ (ZGHZ)
Huizhou Pingtan Airport
Huizhou (Pingtan)
201 flights
7 routes
KWL (ZGKL)
Guilin Liangjiang International Airport
Guilin (Lingui)
178 flights
5 routes
LFQ (ZBLF)
Linfen Yaodu Airport
Linfen (Yaodu)
161 flights
3 routes
NKG (ZSNJ)
Nanjing Lukou International Airport
Nanjing
161 flights
28 routes
WUX (ZSWX)
Sunan Shuofang International Airport
Wuxi
132 flights
13 routes
CIF (ZBCF)
Chifeng Yulong Airport
Chifeng
116 flights
4 routes
LJG (ZPLJ)
Lijiang Sanyi International Airport
Lijiang (Gucheng)
90 flights
7 routes
KIX (RJBB)
Kansai International Airport
Osaka
77 flights
4 routes
NBS (ZYBS)
Changbaishan Airport
Baishan
77 flights
3 routes

Top Border Crossing Flights

PVG (ZSPD)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Shanghai, CN
793 flights
66 routes
NKG (ZSNJ)
Nanjing Lukou International Airport
Nanjing, CN
407 flights
24 routes
WUX (ZSWX)
Sunan Shuofang International Airport
Wuxi, CN
81 flights
11 routes
KIX (RJBB)
Kansai International Airport
Izumisano, JP
66 flights
4 routes

Longest Routes

MAN → PVG
Manchester Airport → Shanghai Pudong Int'l
5713 mi
PVG → MAN
Shanghai Pudong International Airport → Manchester
5713 mi
PVG → BRU
Shanghai Pudong International Airport → Brussels
5613 mi
BRU → PVG
Brussels Airport → Shanghai Pudong Int'l
5613 mi
PVG → MEL
Shanghai Pudong International Airport → Melbourne Tullamarine
5597 mi

Shortest Routes

JIC → LHW
Jinchang Jinchuan Airport → Lanzhou Zhongchuan International
157 mi
GYU → XIY
Guyuan Liupanshan Airport → Xi'an Xianyang Int'l
182 mi
LNL → LHW
Longnan Chengzhou Airport → Lanzhou Zhongchuan International
225 mi
YZY → LHW
Zhangye Ganzhou Airport → Lanzhou Zhongchuan International
226 mi
IQN → LHW
Qingyang Xifeng Airport → Lanzhou Zhongchuan International
228 mi

All Routes

285 Total Routes
Showing 25 most popular routes
Route Destination Flights Distance Aircraft Last Seen
KWL → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
90 825 mi A320 Jan 29, 2026
KWL → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
62 700 mi A320 Jan 26, 2026
LZH → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
56 778 mi A20N Jan 30, 2026
LFQ → HGH Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l
Hangzhou
54 655 mi A320 Jan 28, 2026
LFQ → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
54 517 mi A320 Jan 28, 2026
LFQ → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
53 683 mi A320 Jan 28, 2026
KIX → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
47 814 mi B789 Jan 29, 2026
CIF → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
47 779 mi A320 Jan 25, 2026
CIF → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
42 721 mi A320 Jan 25, 2026
PVG → KIX Kansai Int'l
Izumisano
40 814 mi A320 Jan 29, 2026
NBS → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
40 821 mi A320 Jan 29, 2026
LJG → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
39 1175 mi A320 Jan 29, 2026
SZX → SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Int'l
Shanghai
39 752 mi A321 Jan 29, 2026
DYG → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
38 693 mi A320 Jan 27, 2026
HUZ → KWE Guiyang Longdongbao
Guiyang
38 546 mi A320 Jan 29, 2026
BAV → CGO Zhengzhou Xinzheng Int'l
Zhengzhou
37 468 mi A320 Dec 27, 2025
HUZ → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
34 656 mi A320 Jan 29, 2026
TFU → SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Int'l
Shanghai
33 1005 mi A320 Jan 28, 2026
HUZ → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
33 713 mi A320 Jan 21, 2026
HUZ → WUX Wuxi
Wuxi
33 685 mi A320 Jan 29, 2026
LNL → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
31 950 mi A320 Jan 28, 2026
LNL → LHW Lanzhou Zhongchuan International
Lanzhou
31 225 mi A320 Jan 28, 2026
HUZ → HGH Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l
Hangzhou
28 613 mi A320 Jan 21, 2026
XFN → SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Int'l
Shanghai
28 536 mi A320 Jan 26, 2026
HLD → SHE Shenyang Taoxian Int'l
Shenyang
27 552 mi A20N Jan 30, 2026
Data Information:

Airline statistics are based on flight route observations collected from FlightAware AeroAPI and other sources. Flight counts represent observed operations, not scheduled frequencies. Route data is continuously updated as new flight information becomes available.

Data Freshness: Real-time
Last Update: Jan 30, 2026 20:00
Coverage: Observed routes only