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Flying China's Skies with Southern Charm
Founded
1984
Headquarters
Xiamen, China
Alliance
SkyTeam
Xiamen Airlines is a Chinese carrier headquartered in Xiamen, Fujian Province, and is a subsidiary of China Southern Airlines. Founded in 1984, it was one of the first airlines in China to be established after the country began reforming its aviation sector, and it has grown into one of the largest regional carriers in China.
The airline operates an extensive domestic network across China, with international routes connecting to destinations in Southeast Asia, East Asia, and beyond. It is notable for being the first airline in China to operate an all-Boeing fleet, a distinction it has maintained throughout its history.
Xiamen Airlines has built a reputation for reliability and service quality, earning multiple safety and service awards over the decades. As a member of the SkyTeam alliance through its parent company China Southern Airlines, it benefits from a broad global network.
Hubs & network
Xiamen Airlines primarily operates from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) and also uses Fuzhou Changle International Airport (FOC) as a secondary hub.
Fleet
Xiamen Airlines operates an all-Boeing fleet consisting primarily of Boeing 737 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
Notable facts
- ›Xiamen Airlines was the first airline in China to operate an exclusively all-Boeing fleet.
- ›It is a subsidiary of China Southern Airlines, which holds a majority stake.
- ›The airline was founded in 1984, making it one of the earliest post-reform carriers in China.
- ›Xiamen Airlines has received multiple consecutive awards for flight safety from China's civil aviation authorities.
- ›The airline serves dozens of international destinations across Asia, North America, and Europe.
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