Spring Airlines vs Xiamen Airlines
Side-by-side comparison of Spring Airlines and Xiamen Airlines: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
China
| Spring Airlines | Xiamen Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | China | China |
| Founded | 2004 | 1984 |
| Type | Low-cost carrier | Full-service airline |
| Alliance | - | SkyTeam |
| Main hubs | Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport | Fuzhou Changle International Airport, Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport |
| Aircraft types | 2 | 2 |
| Checked bag (Economy) | not included | - |
| Online check-in opens | 24 h | 24 h |
| Online check-in closes | 1 h 30 min | 2 h |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | +86 21 6351 6666 | 86-592-2226666 |
Key differences
- Spring Airlines lets you check in online closer to departure (1 h 30 min vs 2 h).
- Spring Airlines is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Xiamen Airlines bundles more into the ticket.
- Xiamen Airlines is a SkyTeam member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.
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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.