Expanded Partnership and Flight Frequencies
Qatar Airways and China Southern Airlines have announced an expansion of their codeshare agreement, along with increased flight frequencies between Doha and Beijing Daxing, ahead of the Chinese Golden Week. From October 16, 2025, Qatar Airways will put its code on China Southern’s three weekly direct flights between Beijing Daxing and Doha.
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Broader Network Access for Travellers
China Southern Airlines will extend its “CZ” code on flights operated by Qatar Airways to 15 destinations across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, including Amman, Athens, Cairo, Madrid, and Munich. Subject to regulatory approval, the airline also plans to add codeshare access to flights between Doha and Chengdu Tianfu, Chongqing, Hangzhou, and Shanghai.
Operational and Strategic Context
This development builds on the existing Guangzhou–Doha codeshare launched in April 2024 between Qatar Airways and China Southern Airlines. Beijing Daxing becomes the second Chinese gateway served by China Southern’s non-stop flights to Doha, complementing Qatar Airways’ and Xiamen Airlines’ daily services.
Leadership Commentary
Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer Thierry Antinori noted the partnership’s role in enhancing access to over 170 destinations via Hamad International Airport. China Southern Airlines CEO Han Wensheng highlighted Beijing Daxing’s strategic importance in the airline’s international growth.
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Future Collaboration and Passenger Experience
Together with Xiamen Airlines, the partnership now offers 64 weekly flights across eight Chinese gateways. Qatar Airways and China Southern Airlines plan further collaboration in cargo operations and loyalty programmes, supporting broader connectivity and service enhancements.
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