Aviation News – China’s major carriers will significantly lower domestic fuel surcharges starting June 5, 2026. This widespread reduction aims to ease travel costs for millions of domestic passengers navigating mainland routes during a busy summer travel season.
Air China alongside several other prominent mainland carriers jointly announced the policy shift on Tuesday. The decision marks a coordinated effort across China’s aviation sector to align ticket pricing with recent stabilization in global jet fuel markets. Travelers booking flights within the country will see the adjusted rates automatically applied at the time of purchase.
Under the new pricing structure, travelers will pay 80 yuan (approximately 11.73 U.S. dollars) per segment for shorter routes of 800 kilometers or less. For longer domestic flights exceeding 800 kilometers, the fuel surcharge will drop to 150 yuan. This adjustment represents a direct savings of 10 yuan on short-haul flights and 20 yuan on long-haul flights compared to the previous rates.
The policy also includes specific provisions for families and specialized passenger groups to further reduce the cost barrier of flying. Infants travel free from any fuel surcharge obligations entirely. Meanwhile, children, disabled servicemen, and disabled police officers receive a 50 percent discount on the newly reduced rates, ensuring equitable relief across diverse demographic groups.
