Airline
Air China Southwest Company (SZ)
Air China Southwest Company, a primary branch of China's national flag carrier, operates extensively from its major hubs in Chengdu. It delivers seamless domestic and international connectivity, Star Alliance benefits, and industry-leading expertise in high-altitude plateau flights.
Why travelers choose Air China Southwest Company
- •Major hub operations at Chengdu Shuangliu (CTU) and Tianfu (TFU) airports
- •Star Alliance membership benefits and global connectivity through Air China
- •Industry-leading safety and expertise in high-altitude plateau flights, including Tibet
- •Modern, fuel-efficient fleet featuring advanced Airbus and Boeing aircraft
Fare families
Economy Standard
Affordable and comfortable travel with all essential services and standard baggage included.
- •Standard checked baggage allowance included
- •Complimentary inflight meals and beverages
- •Standard PhoenixMiles mileage accrual
- •Advance seat selection available
Economy Flex
Enhanced flexibility with lenient change policies and higher frequent flyer mileage earning potential.
- •Free flight changes (fare difference may apply)
- •Higher PhoenixMiles mileage accrual rate
- •Standard checked baggage allowance included
- •Complimentary inflight meals and beverages
Business Class
A premium travel experience featuring exclusive lounge access, priority airport services, and maximum onboard comfort.
- •Generous premium baggage allowance (up to 2 pieces)
- •Access to Air China VIP lounges worldwide
- •Priority check-in, boarding, and baggage delivery
- •Premium inflight dining and spacious seating (lie-flat on widebody jets)
Key policies
Baggage allowance
Domestic Economy passengers receive a 20kg checked baggage allowance, while Business and First Class receive 30kg and 40kg respectively. International routes generally include one 23kg bag for Economy and two 32kg bags for premium cabins. Carry-on is limited to one 5kg bag for Economy.
Change policy
Ticket modifications are subject to the purchased fare class rules. Flexible fares allow changes with no penalty, whereas standard and promotional fares incur a change fee plus any applicable fare difference. Cancellations follow similar tiered penalty structures.
Check-in
Online and mobile check-in typically opens 36 hours before departure for most routes. Airport check-in counters strictly close 45 minutes prior to domestic departures and 60 minutes before international flights. Passengers are advised to arrive 2 hours early.
Colombo (CMB) network
Air China Southwest Company operating flights touching CMB
Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.
From Colombo (CMB)
CMB → DXB
Flight SZ 203 • Daily
CMB → SIN
Flight SZ 468 • Daily
CMB → LHR
Flight SZ 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri
To Colombo (CMB)
DXB → CMB
Flight SZ 204 • Daily
SIN → CMB
Flight SZ 469 • Daily
LHR → CMB
Flight SZ 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat