Baggage carried by CSN is classified as checked baggage and un-checked baggage based on the responsibility of transportation.
Baggage refers to the personal articles of passengers carried in the course of itinerary by agreement with CSN including checked baggage and unchecked baggage. Checked baggage refers to the baggage handed over by passenger to be taken care of and transported by a carrier which will issue baggage claim tags. Unchecked baggage refers to the baggage taken care of by the passenger him or herself.
China Southern Airlines (hereinafterChina Southern) willinspect passenger’s baggage before check-in and boarding.China Southern reserves the right to determine at our discretion whether passenger’s baggage needs to be transported as carry-on baggage or checked baggage, taking the safety and comfort of you as well as other passengers into account.
For the safety of passengers and crew members, please put your carry-on baggage in theoverhead bin or under the seat in front of you. Passengers seated near emergency exits (including those seated near wing exits and in the first row) must put their baggage in the overheadbinto ensure that the baggage will not hinder evacuation in case of emergency.
The passengers are required to check all the relevant regulations and information regarding carry-on baggage allowance and items allowed to be carried.
| FlightType | CabinClass | Maximum Number of Pieces | Maximum WeightperPiece | Maximum Dimensions per Piece |
| Domestic Flight | First Class | 2pc | 8kg | The length, width and height of each carry-on shall not exceed：55* 40* 20 cm (or 22 * 16 * 8 inches) |
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| Premium Economy Class | 1pc | |||
| Economy Class | ||||
| International/Regional Flight | First Class | 2pc | ||
| Business Class | ||||
| Premium Economy Class | 1pc | |||
| Economy Class | ||||
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| Item | Available to |
| A small computer bag, camera bag, briefcase or handbag, which must be placed under the front seat during the flight | All passengers except infant not occupying a seat |
| Food for infants onboard | Passengers with infants |
| A baby back basket and foldable lightweight pram or stroller | |
| A foldable wheelchair and/or a pair of crutches and/or straps or other mobility aids | Disabled passengers who are dependent on wheelchairs, crutches, straps, or other mobility aids |
| * Service dogs such as guide/hearing dogs (special dogs which have been trained to assist vision/hearing-impaired passengers) | Vision/hearing-impaired passengers who are dependent on service dogs should submit a request in advance and present a certificate issued by medical institutions |
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Checked baggage must be well packed, locked and bound, and must be able endure a certain amount of pressure, and can be safely loaded, unloaded and carried under normal operation conditions, and should meet the following requirements:
Baggage will be transported on the same flight as the passenger whenever possible, unless it is transported by another flight for safety, security or operational reasons. If the passenger's baggage is transported by a subsequent flight, it will be delivered to the passenger by the carrier, unless the passenger is required by law to be physically present for customs clearance. Please refer to the local requirements if the immigration authorities of each country have other requirements on baggage.
| FlightType | Route | Maximum WeightperPiece | Maximum Dimensions per Piece |
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50kg/pc | The length, width and height shall not exceed 40*60*100 cm |
| International/Regional Flight | < United States destinations involved | 45kg/pc | the sum of L+W+H per piece≤203cm |
| noUnited States destinations involved | 32kg/pc | ||
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| First Class | Business Class | Premium Economy Class | Economy Class |
| 40kg | 30kg | 20kg | 20kg |
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2.3.2.1.1 First Class
| Applicable Itinerary | First Class |
| All itineraries | 3 pcs, 32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm |
2.3.2.1.2 Business Class
| Applicable Itinerary | Business Full Flex | Business Flex | Business Standard |
| All itineraries | 2 pcs, 32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm | 2 pcs, 32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm | 2 pcs, 32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm |
2.3.2.1.3 Premium Economy Class
| Applicable Itinerary | Premium Economy Full Flex | Premium Economy Flex | Premium Economy Standard |
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① Between Europe [Note 1] and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Japan, South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Southwest Pacific [Note 2] / Americas / Middle East [Note 3] / Africa; ② Between Americas and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Japan, South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia / Southwest Pacific / Middle East / Africa; ③ Between Southwest Pacific and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Japan, South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia/Middle East / Africa; ④ Between Middle East and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Japan, South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia[Note 4] / Africa; ⑤ Between Africa and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Japan, South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia; ⑥ Between Japan and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia. |
2 pcs, 23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm | 2 pcs, 23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm | 2 pcs, 23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm |
| ① Between South Korea and Chinese mainland. | 2 pcs, 32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm | 2 pcs, 32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm | 2 pcs, 32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm |
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① Between South Korea and Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia; ② Between Southeast Asia and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / South Asia / Central and West Asia; ③ Between South Asia and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Central and West Asia; ④ Between Central and West Asia and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan; ⑤ Between Chinese mainland and Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan; ⑥ Between Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan; ⑦ Other itineraries not specified. |
1 pcs, 32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm | 1 pcs, 32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm | 1 pcs, 32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H perpiece≤158cm |
2.3.2.1.4 Economy Class
| Applicable Itinerary | Economy Full Flex | Economy Flex | Economy Standard |
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① Between Europe and Japan / Southwest Pacific / Americas / Middle East / Africa; ② Between America and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Japan, South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia / Southwest Pacific / Middle East / Africa; ③ Between the Southwest Pacific and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Japan, South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia / Middle East / Africa; ④ Between Middle East and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Japan, South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia / Africa; ⑤ Between Africa and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Japan, South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia; ⑥ Between Japan and Chinese mainland and Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia. |
2 pcs,23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm | 2 pcs,23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm | 2 pcs,23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm |
| ① Between South Korea and Chinese mainland. | 2 pcs,23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm | 2 pcs,23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm | 2 pcs,23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm |
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① Between Turkey and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan; ② Between Central and West Asia and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan. |
1 pcs,32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm | 1 pcs,32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm | 1 pcs,32 kg (70lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm |
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① Between Europe (except Turkey) and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan; ② Between Europe and South Korea / Southeast Asia / South Asia; ③ Between South Korea and Hong Kong, Macao Taiwan / Southeast Asia / South Asia / Central and West Asia; ④ Between Southeast Asia and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / South Asia / Central and West Asia; ⑤ Between South Asia and Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan / Central and West Asia; ⑥ Between Chinese mainland and Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan; ⑦ Between Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan; ⑧ Other itineraries not specified. |
1 pcs,23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm | 1 pcs,23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm | 1 pcs,23 kg (50lb)/pc, the sum of L+W+H per piece≤158cm |
In order to meet the travel needs of different passengers, China Southern has introduced “Economy Saver”、“Economy Light” brandedfares on some itineraries. The free checked baggage allowance for the Economy Saver brandfare is one piece less than the Economy Standard brand fare (the weight and size restrictions for each piece remain unchanged), and there is no free checked baggage allowance for theEconomy Light brand fare, based on the specific conditions ofthe purchase of the ticket.
The free checked baggage allowance for infant not occupying a seat is 1 piece, 10kg (22 lbs) per piece, and the sum of three sides of each piece should not exceed 115cm (45 inches).
An international student passenger who purchases a Premium Economy Class or Economy Class, by meeting the following conditions, is entitled to add one piece of baggage as per the above standard for adults. Specific information is subject to the system display.
2.3.2.3.1 International students refer to students under 30 years of age (excluding) who attend regular schools/colleges/universities in countries/regions other than their place of nationality. Copies of valid passport, visa and study certificate (student ID card, admission notice or invitation for visit and exchange, etc.) should be provided when purchasing tickets.
2.3.2.3.2 The preferential baggage allowance is only applicable to the fares for itineraries between the country/region of study and the country/region of nationality.
2.3.2.3.3 An international student passenger who has already been entitled to the free checked baggage allowance for Sky Pearl Platinum, Gold and Silver Card members ofChina Southern, or Elite, Elite Plus members of cooperative airlines ofChina Southern, will not be entitled to the extra free checked baggage allowance for international student passengers.
2.3.2.3.4 Additional free checked baggage for international student passengers is no longer available when using the Economy Saver brand fare or Economy Light brand fare.
2.3.2.3.5 For the economy class,the specific itineraries or fares are as follows:
2.3.2.3.6 For thepremiumeconomy class,the specific itineraries or fares are as follows:
A labor passenger who purchases a Premium Economy Class or Economy Class, by meeting the following conditions, is entitled to add one piece of baggage as per the above standard for adults. Specific information is subject to the system.
2.3.2.4.1 Labor passengers refer to passengers who work in countries other than the place of nationality. Copies of the valid passport and labor visa (except work visa) should be provided when purchasing tickets.
2.3.2.4.2 The preferential baggage allowance is only applicable to the fares for the itineraries between the country of employment and the country of nationality.
2.3.2.4.3 For a labor passenger who has already been entitled to the free checked baggage allowance for Sky Pearl Platinum, Gold and Silver Card members ofChina Southern, or Elite, Elite Plus members of cooperative airlines ofChina Southern, will not be entitled to the extra free checked baggage allowance for labor passengers.
2.3.2.4.4 Additional free checked baggage for international student passengers is no longer available when using the Economy Saver brand fare or Economy Light brand fare.
2.3.2.4.5 The specific itineraries or fares are as follows:
2.3.2.5.1 All international and regional itineraries adopt the piecework system to implement baggage transportation rules and follow IATAResolution 302 for calculation.
2.3.2.5.2 For China Southern code share flights,there are two ways of implementation according to the content of bilateral agreements， according to theoperating carrier regulations or marketing carrier regulations, which are subject to the systemdisplay.
2.3.2.5.3 The additional free checked baggage allowance forSky Pearl Platinum, Gold and Silver Card members ofChina Southern shall be carried out in accordance with the relevant regulations.
2.3.2.5.4 In case of voluntary change of tickets, the free checked baggage allowance shall be adopted as follows.
In case of any change to the first fare component of a totally unused ticket, the free baggage allowance standard corresponding to the fare applicable on the date of ticket replacement shall be applied. In case of no change to the first fare component of a totally unused ticket, the free baggage allowance standard corresponding to the fare applicable on the original date of issue will be applied.
If the ticket is partially used, the free baggage allowance will apply to the fare applicable on the original date of issue.
2.3.2.5.5 For passengers who involuntarily change cabin class, the free baggage allowance will be the applicable to original class.
Please check your baggage at the check-in counter or self-service baggage check-in kiosk in advance. CSN may inspect your baggage at the check-in counter, security check counter, boarding gate and in the cabin. Your baggage exceeding the free baggage allowance will be charged as per excess baggage rate.
3.1.1.1 Regardless of the fare class actually paid by the passengers and the actual position of their seats, baggage carried on CSN flights which exceeds the free baggage allowance will be charged according to the following excess baggage rates: Excess baggage is charged by each kilogram at a rate of 1.5% of the published normal fares of an adult Economy Class ticket price (one-way) applicable on the day the excess baggage ticket is filled; If no direct normal fares are published, the rate is calculated by adding different flights.
3.1.1.2 Charging standards for small excess baggage（1KG-3KG） on some domestic routes
Travel date: from September 18, 2023 to November 18, 2023
Route: Domestic one-way routes departing from Guangzhou, Beijing Daxing, Shenzhen, Changchun, Shenyang, Wuhan, Zhengzhou, Urumqi, Nanning, Harbin, Shanghai Pudong, Shanghai Hongqiao, Changsha, Guiyang, and Jieyang. If the published normal fares of an adult Economy Class ticket price (one-way) applicable on the day the excess baggage ticket is filled on the above route is less than 1000 yuan, refer to 3.1.1.1 of this regulation.
| Overweight Kilograms | Cash Price (Yuan) | Mileage Price (Km) |
| 1kg | 15 | 300 |
| 2kg | 30 | 600 |
| 3kg | 45 | 900 |
Area 1: (1) Routes between Chinese mainland and Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and the Americas, Africa. (2) Routes between the Americas and Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central and Western Asia, Southwest Pacific, Europe, Middle East, Africa. (3) Routes between Africa and Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central and Western Asia, Southwest Pacific, Europe.
| Type | Baggage Specification | Fee | |||
| Weight | Dimension(L+W+H) | CNY(Yuan) | EUR | USD | |
| The first piece in addition to the standard allowance | ≤23kg | ≤158cm | 1380/pc | 200/pc | 225/pc |
| The second piece or more in addition to the standard allowance | ≤23kg | ≤158cm | 2000/pc | 290/pc | 330/pc |
| Oversize piece | - | 159cm-203cm（inclusive) | 1000 | 145 | 165 |
| Overweight piece | 23-28kg（inclusive） | - | 500 | 75 | 85 |
| 28-32kg（inclusive） | - | 1010 | 145 | 170 | |
| 32-45kg（inclusive） | - | 3000 | 435 | 495 | |
Area 2: (1) Routes between Chinese mainland and Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and Europe, Middle East, Southwest Pacific, Japan. (2) Routes between Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central and Western Asia, Southwest Pacific. (3) Routes between Middle East and Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central and Western Asia, Southwest Pacific. (4) Routes between Southwest Pacific and Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central and Western Asia. (5) Routes between Japan and South Korea, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central and Western Asia.
| Type | Baggage Specification | Fee | |||
| Weight | Dimension(L+W+H) | CNY(Yuan) | EUR | USD | |
| The first piecebeyond the freeallowance | ≤23kg | ≤158cm | 1100/pc | 160/pc | 185/pc |
| The second piece or morebeyond the free allowance | ≤23kg | ≤158cm | 2000/pc | 290/pc | 330/pc |
| Oversize piece | - | 159cm-203cm（Inclusive） | 1000 | 145 | 170 |
| Overweight piece | 23-28kg（inclusive） | - | 500 | 75 | 85 |
| 28-32kg（inclusive） | - | 1010 | 145 | 170 | |
Area 3: (1) Routes between Chinese mainland and Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and South Korea, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central and Western Asia. (2) Other routes unspecified above.
Note: Routes originating from Taiwan to Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and Macao have special rates for overweight and oversize, specifically the following adjustments: US$50 for overweight 23-28kg (inclusive), US$135 for overweight 28-32kg (inclusive); US$150 for oversize (159cm-203cm (inclusive)).
| TYPE | BAGGAGE SPECIFICATION | FEES | ||
| WEIGHT | DIMENSION(L+W+H) | CNY(Yuan) | USD | |
| The first piece in addition to the standard allowance | ≤23kg | ≤158cm | 880/PIECE | 145/PIECE |
| The second piece or more in addition to the standard allowance | ≤23kg | ≤158cm | 1430/PIECE | 240/PIECE |
| Oversize piece | - | 159cm-203cm（inclusive） | 1000 | 170 |
| Overweight piece | 23-28kg（inclusive） | - | 390 | 65 |
| 28-32kg（inclusive） | - | 910 | 155 | |
Any carry-on items exceeding the carry-on baggage limitation will be charged according to the applicable excess baggage fee standard. For details, please refer to 3.1.1 rules.
| Cabin Class | Type | Actual Specification | Fee | |
| Weight | Dimension(L+W+H) | CNYor Equivalent Local Currency | ||
| First Class | The first piecebeyond the freeallowance | ≤32kg | ≤158cm | 1000/pc |
| The second piece or morebeyond the free allowance | ≤32kg | ≤158cm | 1300/pc | |
| Oversize piece | - | 159cm-300cm | 1000 | |
| Overweight piece | 32-45kg(inclusive) | - | 3000 | |
| Business Class, Premium Economy Class and Economy Class | The first piecebeyond the freeallowance | ≤23kg | ≤158cm | 1000/pc |
| The second piece or morebeyond the free allowance | ≤23kg | ≤158cm | 1300/pc | |
| Oversize piece | - | 159cm-300cm | 1000 | |
| Overweight piece | 23-32kg(inclusive) | - | 1000 | |
| Overweight piece | 32-45kg(inclusive) | - | 3000 | |
Carriage of special baggage with fragile characteristics or restrictivetransportation requirements shouldfollow special rules and must meet the requirementsforpackaging, quantity, transportation conditions and charging rules before receiving and transporting.
(1) Golf Equipment
Golf equipment may be transported as checked baggage, provided it is packed in a durable protective container and is able to withstand certain pressure. For any golf equipment that is not properly packed, a limited release baggage tag will be attached. Liability for transporting special items will be subject to the applicable regulations for normal baggage. A set of golf equipment may only consist of one bag (with a set of golf clubs, golf balls and tees) and one pair of golf shoes.
(2) Ski equipment
Ski equipment may be transported as checked baggage, provided it is packed in a durable protective container and is able to withstand certain pressure. For any ski equipment that is not properly packed, a limited release baggage tag will be attached. Liability for transporting special items will be subject to the applicable regulations for normal baggage. A set of ski equipment may only consistofone pair of skis, one pair of ski poles and one pair of ski boots.
(3) FishingGear
Fishinggearmay be transported as checked baggage, provided it is packed in a durable protective container and is able to withstand certain pressure. For any fishing equipment that is not properly packed, a limited release baggage tag will be attached. Liability for transporting special items will be subject to the applicable regulations for normal baggage. A set of fishinggearmay only consist one fishing tackle box, one reel, one pair of fishing boots, two rods, and one landing net.
(4) Bicycle
Only non-electric bicycles are allowed to be transported and the tyres must be deflated.For non-foldable bicycles, the handlebars should be rotated 90 degrees and fixed, the pedals removed, the wheels removed and firmly tied to the body of the bike.
(5) Diving Equipment
A set of diving equipment may only consist of goggles, snorkel, dive boots, wetsuit, compass, airbag inflator, flippers and other diving related accessories. If you carry divinggas cartridges, thegas cartridges must be carbon dioxide or other gases of no secondary risk, with no more than 2 smallgas cartridges per set of diving equipment, and no more than 2 sparegas cartridges. It shall not contain dangerous goods that are prohibited or restricted for transport, such as diving lamps that generate heat. Transporting oxygen equipment or other dangerous goods shall comply with the relevant regulations for the transport of lithium batteries and dangerous goods stipulated byChina Southern. Diving equipment shall be packed in a durable protective container and is able to withstand a certain pressure. For any diving equipment that is not properly packed, a limited release baggage tag will be attached.
(6) Surfboards equipment
Sports equipment for surfing. The fins should be removed, or if this is not possible, they should be securely wrapped in polystyrene foam. Both the nose and tail should be bubble-wrapped or protected with neoprene foam. Handrails (both sides of the board) should have cardboard attached to absorb impact. The board should also be packed in a suitable padded surf bag and is able to withstand certain pressure. For any surfboard that is not properly packed, a limited release baggage tag will be attached.
(7) Windsurfing Boards
Modified surfboard with movable mast. Sails can be removed and folded. Make sure that they packed properly and placed in a hard-shell case; otherwise, a disclaimer needs to be provided. The equipment should be packed in a durable protective container and is able to withstand a certain pressure. For any windsurfing board that is not properly packed, a limited release baggage tag will be attached.
(8) Archery equipment
Bows and arrows must be packed in a durable protective container. For any archery equipment that is not properly packed, a limited release baggage tag will be attached.
(9) Bowling equipment
Bowling balls equipment may be transported as checked baggage, provided it is packed in a durable protective container and is able to withstand a certain pressure. For any bowling balls equipment that is not properly packed, a limited release baggage tag will be attached. A set of bowling equipment including a maximum of 3 bowling balls, a bowling bag, a pair of bowling shoes. Bowling machine cleaners containing a large amount of acetone or alcohol with a capacity of more than 70% are considered dangerous goods and cannot be transport as baggage.
(10) Field hockey equipment
Hockey sticks or lacrosse sticks must be packed in a durable protective container. For any field hockey equipment that is not properly packed, a limited release baggage tag will be attached.
(11) Hockey equipment
Hockey equipment must be packed in a durable protective container. For any hockey equipment that is not properly packed, a limited release baggage tag will be attached.
(12) Inflatable balls
The internal pressure of water polo, basketball, volleyball, rugby, soccer, or other inflatable ball should not exceed the rated pressure in air transportation. The air filled in the ball should be released if necessary.
(13)Shooting apparatus
Shooting apparatus refers to the gun of sporting goods, not the firearms used by the public security organs when escorting criminal suspects.The firearm must beunloaded, if the conditions permit, the firearm needs to be disassembled and packed in a suitcase or standard gun case. Ammunition must be safely stored in a strong sealed box, and then put into thebaggage, and the sealed box must be surrounded by other padding stuffed solid.
The diplomatic bag should be carried by the diplomatic envoy and taken care of by passenger himself or herself. At the request of the diplomatic courier,China Southern may also transport the baggage as checked baggage, butChina Southern will only assume responsibility for the normal checked baggage. Confidential documents carried by designated personnel shall be handled in accordance with this regulation.
Light foam baggage should be placed in the cargo compartment for transportation. According to the loading of other cargo baggage compartment of the flight,China Southern has the right to refuse to accept the consignment or arrange other flights to carry the baggage with the exemption of liability.
4.2.1.1 Domestic Routes
If the packed size of the sports equipment listed in the above transportation requirement is within the limit of 40*60*100cm of ordinary baggage, it can be counted as free luggage allowance, and the part exceeding the free baggage allowance is charged according to the excess baggage rules. If the packed size is larger than 40*60*100cm, it will be charged according to the following rules:
| Types | Departure Airport | Fee |
| Golf Equipment | Guangzhou, Beijing Daxin, Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai Pudong, Urumqi, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Changchun, Shenyang, Harbin, Chongqing, Zhengzhou, Zhuhai, Sanya, Changsha, Haikou, Dalian, Nanning, Guiyang, Shantou, Nanyang | Charging Rules ① |
| Domestic airports other than those mentioned above |
The charge is equal to 6kg of the excess baggage fee. Only when the golf equipment is not included in the free baggage amount of the paid fare class, it can be charged according to this standard. If the golf equipment is not included in the free baggage amount, and the weight exceeds 15 kg, the excess weight shall be charged according to the excess baggage, that is, the first 15 kg shall be charged according to the special standard of 6 kg excess baggage fee, and each kilogram over 15 kg shall be charged according to the excess luggage rules. |
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| Ski Equipment | Guangzhou, Beijing Daxin, Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai Pudong, Urumqi, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Changchun, Shenyang, Harbin, Chongqing, Zhengzhou, Zhuhai, Sanya, Changsha, Haikou, Dalian, Nanning, Guiyang, Shantou, Nanyang | Charging Rules ① |
| Domestic airports other than those mentioned above |
The charge for each set of ski equipment is equal to 3kg of the excess baggage fee. If the ski equipment is not included in the free baggage allowance, only the above standard will be charged. Each adult passenger can only bring one set of ski equipment with this charge, and each kilogram of ski equipment over this number is charged with excess baggage fee according to the excess baggage rules. |
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| FishingGear | Guangzhou, Beijing Daxin, Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai Pudong, Urumqi, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Changchun, Shenyang, Harbin, Chongqing, Zhengzhou, Zhuhai, Sanya, Changsha, Haikou, Dalian, Nanning, Guiyang, Shantou, Nanyang | Charging Rules ① |
| Domestic airports other than those mentioned above |
The charge is equal to 4kg of the excess baggage fee. Only when the above items are not included in the free baggage amount of the paid fare class, the charge can be charged according to this standard. Fishing equipment over 15kg shall be charged according to the excess baggage rules. |
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| Other Sports Equipment | Guangzhou, Beijing Daxin, Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai Pudong, Urumqi, Shenzhen, Wuhan, Changchun, Shenyang, Harbin, Chongqing, Zhengzhou, Zhuhai, Sanya, Changsha, Haikou, Dalian, Nanning, Guiyang, Shantou, Nanyang | Charging Rules ① |
| Domestic airports other than those mentioned above | Charge according to the excess baggage rules. |
Charging Rules ①
| Types | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 5 | Level 6 |
| Fee per piece (CNY) | 68 | 168 | 298 | 498 | 698 | 998 |
| Weight range per piece | Within 3kg (inclusive) | 3kg-8kg(inclusive) | 8kg-15kg(inclusive) | 15kg-23kg(inclusive) | 23kg-32kg(inclusive) | 32kg-50kg(inclusive) |
（2）International/Regional Routes
| Types | Fee |
| Golf Equipment | Each adult can check in one set of golf equipment for free. The total weight of the equipment shall not exceed 23 kg and the sum of the three sides shall not exceed 158 cm (62 inches). The part exceeding the free baggage allowance shall be charged according to the excess baggage rules. |
| Ski Equipment |
Each adult can check in one set of ski equipment for free. The total weight of equipment shall not exceed 23 kg and the sum of three sides shall not exceed 203 cm (80 inches). The part exceeding the free baggage allowance shall be charged according to the excess baggage rules. |
| FishingGear |
Each piece of fishing tackle may be counted as one 158 cm (62 inches) piece of baggage in the free baggage allowance. The part exceeding the free baggage allowance shall be charged according to the excess baggage rules. |
| Other Sports Equipment |
If the total weight does not exceed 23 kg and the sum of the three sides does not exceed 158 cm (62 inches), the free baggage allowance may be counted. The part exceeding the free baggage allowance shall be charged according to the excess baggage rules. |
The diplomatic bag and the baggage carried by diplomatic envoys can be combined in weight or in pieces, and the part exceeding the free baggage allowance will be handled in accordance with the regulations of excess baggage. If the diplomatic bag needs to occupy a seat, the passenger must propose it at the time of seat reservation, and it will be transported only after the consent ofChina Southern.
The volume of each kilogram of checked baggage exceeds 6000 cubic centimeters and is accepted as light foam baggage. The volume of light foam baggage is converted to 1kg for every 6000 cubic centimeters. The volume of the weight exceeds the free baggage allowance shall be charged according to the excess baggage rules. The light foam baggage shall be accepted as oversized baggage.
5.1.1.1 Small animals refer to tamed and small animals such as domesticated dogs, cats, birds and other household pets. Short-nosed canines and felines as well as aggressive breeds of these animals cannot be carried onto a flight
5.1.1.2 If the animal is too small in size (such as marines or spectacular fish), or too large in size (the size of whose cage exceeds the maximum size restriction), and may therefore cause hazard to the safety of carriage, it will not be accepted for transportation. Any wild/feral and/or aggressive animals (such as snakes) will not be accepted for air transportation.
5.1.1.3 CSN has the right to determine whether an animal can be carried and the way of carriage and reserves the right to restrict the number of pets transported on a plane.
5.1.2.1 Each passenger can carry small animal in their checked baggage on international flights (depending on the entry and exit regulations of the departing and destination countries). Each small animal should be placed in a single cage, while a pair of birds can be placed in the same cage.
5.1.2.2 Unless specifically approved by CSN, all small animals must be transported as checked baggage in the cargo hold that allows oxygen to circulate and reach the animals (not applicable to guide dogs, hearing dogs). Any animals which are not suited to a journey in the aircraft’s cargo hold will not be allowed to transport.
5.1.2.3 The weight of small animals, their containers and food to be carried shall not be counted into the passenger's free baggage allowance and shall be charged according to applicable rules.
5.1.2.4 Small animals must be kept in a well-packaged carrier used specifically for checking in pets onto a flight. The cage size used to transport a single small animal must not be larger than 90x60x66cm or smaller than 5x15x20cm. The maximum weight should not exceed 32kg.
5.1.2.5 Small living creatures brought on board by passengers must be in good health, harmless, clean, and not have a pungent odor. Pregnant animals may not be brought on board.
5.1.2.6 To transport small animals, passengers must submit their applications at the time of reservation (at least 24 hours before flight departure on domestic flights, and at least 48 hours before flight departure on international flights), and obtain the reply of CSN.
5.1.2.7 China Southern Airlines cannot currently carry small living creatures on connecting flights.
5.1.2.8 Passengers should take their small animals to the airport for check-in 120 minutes before their flight departure time.
5.1.2.9 In China domestic flights, passengers must present an animal quarantine certificate from a quarantine department at county (or regional) level or above. In Hong Kong/ Macau/ Taiwan, China/ International flights, passengers must presentCertificate of Quarantine andCertificate of Rabies Immunization issued by the department responsible for plant and animal immunization in the People's Republic of China or the country from which the flight originated, a departure and arrivals card or transit permit, and any additional documentation required by the destination or transiting countries.
5.2.1 Service dogs refer to dogs trained to provide assistance to people with a disability (such passengers shall provide an evidenced by a medical certificate), including assistance dogs, hearing dogs, and guide dogs for the blind. CSN will not accept animals other than dogs as service animals for transportation.
5.2.2 The carriage of guide dogs shall be dealt as small animals. Service dogs, if they meet CSN’s requirements, may accompany with passenger(s) with a disability who are eligible to travel in the passenger cabin.
5.2.3 The qualified passengers shall provide identity and quarantine proofs for their service dogs. Service dogs, together with its cage and food, can be carried free of charge, without taking up the free baggage allowance.
5.2.4 Emotional support dogs cannot be regarded as service dogs, and CSN will not accept emotional support dogs for transport as service dogs.
5.3.1 Acceptance for carriage of small animals (include service dogs) is subject to the conditions that the passenger assumes full responsibility for such animal unless due to CSN’s faults. CSN shall not be liable for injury to or loss, delay, sickness or death of such animal in the event that it is refused entry into or passage through any country, state or territory.
5.3.2 The passenger is fully liable for all damages or injuries which an animal might cause to other passengers or crew members.
5.3.3 CSN will have no liability in respect of any such animal not having all the necessary exit, entry, health and other documents with respect to the animal's entry into or passage through any country, state or territory.
Declared value for baggage is not provided by CSN.
7.1 Passenger(s) shall collect their baggage as soon as it is available for collection at places of destination (or stopover).
7.2 With CSN’s consent, passenger(s) can collect their baggage at a stopover under the agreement of CSN; however, the unused payment of the excess baggage will not be refunded.
7.3 If passenger(s) do not collect their baggage in time, CSN will levy a fee for baggage storage. CSN reserves the right to manage with perishable items within passenger(s) baggage during the first 24 hours after the arrival of the baggage.
7.4 CSN is under no obligation to ascertain that the bearer of the baggage identification tag is entitled to delivery of the baggage and CSN is not liable for any loss, damage, or expense arising out of or in connection with such delivery.
7.5 If a passenger claims the baggage without providing baggage identification tag(s), CSN will deliver the baggage to this passenger only on condition that he/she provides a certificate approved by CSN and, if required by CSN, this passenger shall furnish adequate security to indemnify CSN for any loss, damage or expense which may be incurred by CSN as a result of such delivery.
7.6 Acceptance of baggage by the bearer of the baggage check, without complaint at the time of delivery, is prima facie evidence that the baggage has been delivered in good condition and in accordance with the contract of carriage.
7.7 If baggage is not collected staring 90 days from the next day of baggage’s arrival, CSN has the right to process it according to the regulations on un-delivered baggage.
8.1 In the event of delay, loss or damage in the carriage of baggage, CSN and CSN’s authorized ground handling agents, along with the passenger, should fill up a Record Form of Accidents of Baggage Carriage, check out the situation and reasons, and report the results of investigation to passenger and departments concerned. If compensation for baggage happens, it can be processed at the journey’s stopover or destination.
8.2 If the checked baggage fails to arrive in the same flight with the passenger(s) due to CSN reasons and thereby causing an inconvenience for the passenger(s), CSN will provide a one-off compensation for temporary living necessities at a minimum of 200CNY for domestic flights and 500CNY or the equivalent value in currency for international and regional flights, based on the passenger’s membership tiers and classes of service. If laws and regulations stipulate otherwise, they will be enforced in accordance with the corresponding laws and regulations.
This version of baggage rules is effective as of September 18, 2023.
*The Previous Edition：China Southern Airlines Baggage Rules (Version 2-2023)
*The Previous Edition：China Southern Airlines Baggage Rules (Version 3-2022)
*The Previous Edition：China Southern Airlines Baggage Rules (Version 2-2022)
*The Previous Edition：China Southern Airlines Baggage Rules (Version 1-2022)
*The Previous Edition：China Southern Airlines Baggage Rules (Version 2-2021)
*The Previous Edition：China Southern Airlines Baggage Rules (Version 1-2021)
* Provisions on the transportation of dangerous goods, please refer to Chapter 9 Baggage Restrictions of the General Conditions for Domestic Carriage of Passengers & Baggages and the General Conditions for International Carriage of Passengers & Baggages.