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Lucky Air Flights, Routes & Travel Guide

Explore the latest Lucky Air (8L) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Last updated: October 2026
IATA: 8LFounded 2004HQ: Kunming, Yunnan, China
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About Lucky Air

Explore the latest Lucky Air (8L) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

The airline was established in July 2004. Lucky Air is a low-cost airline headquartered in Kunming, Yunnan, China. Lucky Air's main hub is Kunming Changshui International Airport, with Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport as a secondary hub. The airline is one of the four founding members of the U-FLY Alliance. In addition, lucky Air has a Frequent-flyer program called Fortune Wings Club. The company has a fleet of 52 aircraft flying to 62 destinations.

Airline code8L
Main hubKMG
Alliance-
Destinations65
Countries3
Fleet53
Updated: October 2026

Popular Lucky Air routes

RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
KMG to CGKKunming to CGK4h 55m0NONSTOP
KMG to MDCKunming to Manado4h 55m0NONSTOP
KMG to SHEKunming to Shenyang4h 0m0NONSTOP
KMG to PEKKunming to Beijing3h 40m0NONSTOP
KMG to TAOKunming to Qingdao3h 25m0NONSTOP

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65 destinations · Updated: October 2026
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Routes serving Kunming

1–10 of 93
RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
CGK to KMGCGK to Kunming7h 5m0NONSTOP
MDC to KMGManado to Kunming5h 35m0NONSTOP
KMG to CGKKunming to CGK4h 55m0NONSTOP
KMG to MDCKunming to Manado4h 55m0NONSTOP
SHE to KMGShenyang to Kunming4h 50m0NONSTOP
KMG to SHEKunming to Shenyang4h 0m0NONSTOP
PEK to KMGBeijing to Kunming3h 45m0NONSTOP
KMG to PEKKunming to Beijing3h 40m0NONSTOP
TAO to KMGQingdao to Kunming3h 35m0NONSTOP
HIA to KMGHuai'an to Kunming3h 25m0NONSTOP
Routes and frequencies may change by season and travel date.
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Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience

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Cabin comparison

CabinSeat pitchSeat widthSeat recline
EconomyAirbus A320 A320-200 V.171-76 cm46 cm8 cm
EconomyAirbus A320 A320-200 V.271-74 cm46 cm8 cm
EconomyAirbus A320 A320-200 V.371-74 cm46 cm8 cm

Lucky Air baggage allowance

Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.

Baggage

Each Lucky Air passenger may take on board one piece of hand baggage weighing no more than 7 kg per person. The dimensions of hand baggage may not exceed 55 cm x 35 cm x 25 cm. The weight of checked baggage may not exceed 23 kg, maximum size of 157 cm (sum of all dimensions).

Lucky Air Baggage rules

Travel policies

Infants

Infants are defined as children under two years of age. Infants may fly without a seat on the plane, on the lap of an accompanying adult. The cost of the ticket is 10% of the adult fare. If desired, you can buy a seat on the plane for an infant at the child fare (75% of the adult fare). Children over two years of age must have their own seat on the plane. If one adult is traveling with two infants, one seat must be purchased for one infant, and the other may be held on the lap.

Lucky Air Infants policy

Check in rules

Check-in can be done online (via the Lucky Air website or mobile app) or at the airport. Online check-in begins 24 hours before Lucky Air departure and ends 60 minutes before departure. Check-in desks are open three hours before departure. Boarding closes at the following times: 15 minutes before scheduled departure time for US domestic Lucky Air flights; 30 minutes before scheduled departure time for most international Lucky Air flights to/from the US. Some non-US airports close boarding 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Lucky Air Check-in rules

On-time performance

89.75%On-time arrivals
17.43 minAverage delay
99.63%Completion rate
0.37%Cancellation rate

Lucky Air FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Lucky Air.

How does Lucky Air handle prepaid excess baggage?

Lucky Air permits eligible prepaid excess-baggage purchases online and publishes separate conditions for schedule changes and refunds. Check the current order and flight conditions before purchase.

How do I confirm cabin and checked baggage for my Lucky Air ticket?

Check the ticket for cabin and checked-bag piece, weight and size limits. Ask the operating carrier about extra or special baggage before travel.

How should I arrange check-in for a Lucky Air booking?

Follow the confirmed flight’s check-in instructions. Ask the carrier or ticket issuer about online availability, airport counters and the deadlines for check-in, bag drop and boarding.

How do I request a change or refund for a Lucky Air ticket?

Contact the airline or agent that issued the ticket and ask which fare conditions apply. Confirm eligibility, charges and any fare difference before accepting a change or refund.

What should I do if my Lucky Air flight is delayed or cancelled?

Contact the airline or ticketing agent for assistance. Refund, rerouting and compensation rights depend on the applicable rules and circumstances.

Can I travel with a pet on a Lucky Air booking?

Obtain the operating carrier’s approval before booking a pet. Confirm the transport method, container requirements, documents and destination restrictions.

What travel documents should I check for my Lucky Air itinerary?

Check passport, visa and health requirements for your nationality, destination and any transit points. Recheck near departure. Meeting document requirements does not guarantee admission.

How should I pack a power bank for a Lucky Air flight?

Carry power banks and spare lithium batteries in cabin baggage with terminals protected. Remove them if the bag is gate-checked. Confirm airline-specific restrictions.