Shenzhen Airlines vs Spring Airlines

Side-by-side comparison of Shenzhen Airlines and Spring Airlines: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.

Shenzhen AirlinesSpring Airlines
Country ChinaChina
Founded 19922004
Type Full-service airlineLow-cost carrier
Alliance Star Alliance-
Main hubs Shenzhen Bao'an International AirportShanghai Hongqiao International Airport
Aircraft types 42
Cabin bag weight 5 kg (11 lb)-
Cabin bag size 55 × 40 × 20 cm (22 × 16 × 8 in)-
Checked bag (Economy) 32 kg (71 lb)not included
Online check-in opens 24 h24 h
Online check-in closes 1 h 30 min1 h 30 min
Airport check-in fee freefree
Customer service phone -+86 21 6351 6666

Key differences

  • Spring Airlines is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Shenzhen Airlines bundles more into the ticket.
  • Shenzhen Airlines is a Star Alliance member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.

Other comparisons

Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.