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Shenzhen Airlines Flights, Routes & Travel Guide

Explore the latest Shenzhen Airlines (ZH) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Last updated: October 2026
IATA: ZHStar AllianceFounded 1992HQ: Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport, Bao'an, Shenzhen, Guangdong
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About Shenzhen Airlines

Explore the latest Shenzhen Airlines (ZH) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Shenzhen Airlines of China was founded in November 1992 and began operations on September 17, 1993. It is a member of the global passenger airline alliance Star Alliance. The company is headquartered at Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport Bao'an District, Shenzhen, Guangdong. The airline has bases in Guangzhou, Nanjing, Nanning, Shenyang, Wuxi, Xi'an, Zhengzhou, and Chengdu-Shuangliu. Shenzhen Airlines operates in the field of domestic and international passenger transport. In total, the company serves 74 routes. The company's fleet consists of 197 aircrafts.

Airline codeZH
Main hubSZX
AllianceStar Alliance
Destinations83
Countries16
Fleet208
Updated: October 2026

Popular Shenzhen Airlines routes

RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
SZX to LHRShenzhen to London13h 25m6NONSTOP
SZX to BCNShenzhen to Barcelona13h 55m3NONSTOP
SZX to MELShenzhen to Melbourne10h 5m0NONSTOP
SZX to DOHShenzhen to Doha8h 45m0NONSTOP
SZX to URCShenzhen to Ürümqi5h 35m0NONSTOP

Shenzhen Airlines hubs and focus cities

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83 destinations · Updated: October 2026
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Routes serving Shenzhen

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RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
SZX to LHRShenzhen to London13h 25m6NONSTOP
LHR to SZXLondon to Shenzhen12h 5m6NONSTOP
SZX to BCNShenzhen to Barcelona13h 55m3NONSTOP
BCN to SZXBarcelona to Shenzhen12h 50m2NONSTOP
SZX to MELShenzhen to Melbourne10h 5m0NONSTOP
MEL to SZXMelbourne to Shenzhen9h 45m0NONSTOP
SZX to DOHShenzhen to Doha8h 45m0NONSTOP
DOH to SZXDoha to Shenzhen8h 20m0NONSTOP
NRT to SZXNarita to Shenzhen5h 50m0NONSTOP
SZX to URCShenzhen to Ürümqi5h 35m0NONSTOP
Routes and frequencies may change by season and travel date.
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Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience

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Aircraft

Cabin comparison

CabinSeat pitchSeat widthSeat recline
EconomyAirbus A319 A319-10079 cm46 cm8 cm
BusinessAirbus A319 A319-10097 cm53 cm13 cm

Shenzhen Airlines baggage allowance

Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.

Baggage

Shenzhen Airlines carry-on baggage allowances vary by travel class. Business Class passengers are allowed 2 pieces, each weighing up to 8 kg, with maximum dimensions of 55 x 40 x 20 cm (22 x 16 x 8 inches) per piece. Comfortable Economy Class passengers are permitted 1 piece of carry-on baggage, with a maximum weight of 5 kg and the same size limits.

Shenzhen Airlines Baggage rules

Travel policies

Pets

Shenzhen Airlines allows the transport of small domestic dogs and cats (excluding very young animals under 8 weeks). Wild or exotic animals are not accepted. Pets must be checked in (not carried in the cabin) and require an approved application submitted between 08:00–20:00 via a Shenzhen Airlines ticket office or hotline (95361), along with a valid animal quarantine certificate. Pet transport is charged. Each aircraft allows up to two pet containers, with specific weight (max 32 kg) and size limits (60–203 cm total dimensions). Check-in must be completed at least 120 minutes before departure.

Flying with pets on Shenzhen Airlines

Infants

A child passenger is defined as any traveler aged over 2 years but under 12 years on the day of check-in. An infant passenger is defined as any traveler aged over 14 days old (or over 90 days old for premature infants) but under 2 years old on the day of check-in.

Shenzhen Airlines Infants policy

Check in rules

Check-in can be done online (via the website or mobile app) or at the airport. Check-in desks open three hours before departure and close 60 minutes before departure. Online check-in closing time shall be 90 minutes before scheduled departure. Online check-in service shall not be applicable to special passengers, including infants, children, pregnant woman, wheelchair passengers, disabled servicemen, etc. In addition, online check-in service shall not be applicable to any adult passenger with infant(s).

Shenzhen Airlines Check-in rules

Unaccompanied minors

Shenzhen Airlines offers unaccompanied minor (UM) services only on domestic flights operated by the airline and must be requested at the time of ticket purchase. Children aged 5 to under 12 can use the free UM service, with fares charged at the child rate and a limited number of spots available per flight. This service is not available for children with disabilities. For passengers aged 12 to under 18, a paid UM service is available at RMB 200, with fares charged at the adult rate and no limit on the number of applicants.

Unaccompanied minors in Shenzhen Airlines

On-time performance

86.11%On-time arrivals
14 minAverage delay
99.39%Completion rate
0.61%Cancellation rate

Shenzhen Airlines FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Shenzhen Airlines.

What is Shenzhen Airlines’ business cabin allowance?

It allows two 8 kg bags, each measuring up to 55 × 40 × 20 cm.

What is Shenzhen Airlines’ economy and comfort economy cabin allowance?

It allows one 5 kg bag measuring up to 55 × 40 × 20 cm.

Can I bring an additional personal item on Shenzhen Airlines?

One small underseat item, such as a laptop bag or handbag, is free.

Can a stroller travel in the Shenzhen Airlines cabin?

It must fold within 55 × 40 × 20 cm and fit overhead or underseat. Otherwise, check it.

What absolute dimension range applies to ordinary Shenzhen Airlines checked bags?

It is 60–203 cm including wheels and handles. This is not the free baggage size limit.

What free checked size applies to Shenzhen Airlines international and regional flights?

The limit is 158 cm including wheels and handles. Larger bags incur charges.

What weight range applies to ordinary Shenzhen Airlines checked bags?

Each bag must be 2–32 kg. Split excess weight or use cargo.

Can unused Shenzhen Airlines paid baggage be refunded?

Yes, through the original purchase channel without a handling fee.

What allowance applies after an involuntary Shenzhen Airlines cabin change?

The original ticket’s service-class allowance applies.

Does a Shenzhen Airlines cabin baggage seat add checked allowance?

No. It creates no additional checked baggage allowance.