Juneyao Airlines

ICAO: DKH Active as of Dec 11, 2025

265

Active Routes

2083

Flight Observations

75

Unique Destinations

85

Origin Airports

1117

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.

What Travelers Say

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.

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Route Network Map
Most Popular Routes
79 flights
A20N
60 flights
A320
LFQ → NKG
Linfen Yaodu Airport → Nanjing Lukou Int'l
517 miles
43 flights
A320
43 flights
A320
LFQ → HGH
Linfen Yaodu Airport → Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l
655 miles
42 flights
A320
LFQ → PVG
Linfen Yaodu Airport → Shanghai Pudong Int'l
683 miles
41 flights
A320
CIF → PVG
Chifeng Yulong Airport → Shanghai Pudong Int'l
1166 miles
39 flights
A320
BAV → CGO
Baotou Donghe Airport → Zhengzhou Xinzheng Int'l
468 miles
35 flights
A320
34 flights
A20N
CIF → NKG
Chifeng Yulong Airport → Nanjing Lukou Int'l
1125 miles
33 flights
A320
Top Destinations
PVG (ZSPD)
Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
631 flights
63 routes
NKG (ZSNJ)
Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
325 flights
22 routes
SHA (ZSSS)
Shanghai Hongqiao Int'l
Shanghai
150 flights
18 routes
HGH (ZSHC)
Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l
Hangzhou
87 flights
7 routes
LHW (ZLLL)
Lanzhou Zhongchuan International
Lanzhou
66 flights
5 routes
WUX (ZSWX)
Wuxi
Wuxi
61 flights
10 routes
KIX (RJBB)
Kansai Int'l
Izumisano
60 flights
4 routes
TAO (ZSQD)
Qingdao Jiaodong Int'l
Qingdao
55 flights
8 routes
XIY (ZLXY)
Xi'an Xianyang Int'l
Xi'an
52 flights
6 routes
KWE (ZUGY)
Guiyang Longdongbao
Guiyang
40 flights
4 routes
Top Origin Airports
PVG (ZSPD)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Shanghai (Pudong)
258 flights
55 routes
KWL (ZGKL)
Guilin Liangjiang International Airport
Guilin (Lingui)
165 flights
5 routes
HUZ (ZGHZ)
Huizhou Pingtan Airport
Huizhou (Pingtan)
155 flights
7 routes
LFQ (ZBLF)
Linfen Yaodu Airport
Linfen (Yaodu)
126 flights
3 routes
NKG (ZSNJ)
Nanjing Lukou International Airport
Nanjing
123 flights
27 routes
WUX (ZSWX)
Sunan Shuofang International Airport
Wuxi
106 flights
13 routes
CIF (ZBCF)
Chifeng Yulong Airport
Chifeng
92 flights
4 routes
LJG (ZPLJ)
Lijiang Sanyi International Airport
Lijiang (Gucheng)
72 flights
7 routes
KIX (RJBB)
Kansai International Airport
Osaka
59 flights
4 routes
DYG (ZGDY)
Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport
Zhangjiajie (Yongding)
52 flights
2 routes
Top Border Crossing Flights
PVG (ZSPD)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Shanghai, CN
631 flights
63 routes
NKG (ZSNJ)
Nanjing Lukou International Airport
Nanjing, CN
325 flights
22 routes
WUX (ZSWX)
Sunan Shuofang International Airport
Wuxi, CN
61 flights
10 routes
KIX (RJBB)
Kansai International Airport
Izumisano, JP
60 flights
4 routes
Longest Routes
PVG → MAN
Shanghai Pudong International Airport → Manchester
5713 mi
MAN → PVG
Manchester Airport → Shanghai Pudong Int'l
5713 mi
BRU → PVG
Brussels Airport → Shanghai Pudong Int'l
5613 mi
PVG → BRU
Shanghai Pudong International Airport → Brussels
5613 mi
PVG → ATH
Shanghai Pudong International Airport → Athens Int'l, Eleftherios Venizelos
5323 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
265 Total Routes
Showing 25 most popular routes
Route Destination Flights Distance Aircraft Last Seen
KWL → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
79 825 mi A20N Dec 9, 2025
KWL → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
60 700 mi A320 Dec 10, 2025
LZH → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
43 778 mi A320 Dec 11, 2025
LFQ → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
43 517 mi A320 Dec 10, 2025
LFQ → HGH Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l
Hangzhou
42 655 mi A320 Dec 10, 2025
LFQ → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
41 683 mi A320 Dec 10, 2025
CIF → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
39 1166 mi A320 Dec 10, 2025
BAV → CGO Zhengzhou Xinzheng Int'l
Zhengzhou
35 468 mi A320 Dec 10, 2025
PVG → KIX Kansai Int'l
Izumisano
34 814 mi A20N Dec 10, 2025
CIF → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
33 1125 mi A320 Dec 10, 2025
SZX → SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Int'l
Shanghai
31 752 mi B789 Nov 25, 2025
HUZ → KWE Guiyang Longdongbao
Guiyang
30 546 mi A320 Dec 4, 2025
DYG → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
30 693 mi A320 Oct 16, 2025
KIX → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
29 814 mi A321 Nov 30, 2025
HUZ → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
26 713 mi A320 Dec 10, 2025
HUZ → HGH Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l
Hangzhou
26 613 mi A320 Dec 10, 2025
LJG → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
26 1175 mi A320 Dec 8, 2025
TFU → SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Int'l
Shanghai
25 1005 mi A320 Dec 9, 2025
LNL → LHW Lanzhou Zhongchuan International
Lanzhou
24 225 mi A320 Dec 10, 2025
HUZ → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
23 656 mi A320 Dec 7, 2025
DYG → NKG Nanjing Lukou Int'l
Nanjing
22 534 mi A320 Oct 18, 2025
HUZ → WUX Wuxi
Wuxi
22 685 mi A20N Dec 7, 2025
XFN → SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Int'l
Shanghai
22 536 mi A320 Dec 8, 2025
LNL → PVG Shanghai Pudong Int'l
Shanghai
22 950 mi A320 Dec 10, 2025
IQN → LHW Lanzhou Zhongchuan International
Lanzhou
21 228 mi A320 Dec 2, 2025
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: Dec 11, 2025 08:03
Coverage: Observed routes only