Hainan Airlines to implement codeshare agreement with Air Europa

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Hainan Airlines to implement codeshare agreement with Air Europa

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By Sky Industry News

Jul 3, 2025

Hainan Airlines has announced the formal implementation of its codeshare agreement with Air Europa, set to commence on July 1, 2025. This collaboration aims to enhance connectivity across Asia, Europe, and Latin America.

According to Hainan Airlines on X, this strategic partnership is expected to provide more efficient and seamless travel options for passengers traveling between these regions. The announcement highlights both airlines' commitment to strengthening international air travel networks and offering customers more convenient itineraries.

TravelDailyMedia reports that under the new codeshare agreement, Hainan Airlines’ flight code "HU" will be applied to Air Europa’s long-haul flights from Madrid to key Latin American cities such as Lima, São Paulo, Salvador de Bahía, and Panama City. This integration will enable travelers to book a single itinerary and check luggage through to their final destination, simplifying the travel process. The report also notes that Hainan Airlines already operates direct flights from Chongqing and Shenzhen to Madrid, making this partnership a natural extension of their route network.

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Futunn News states that the arrangement is designed to "strengthen the interconnection of the two airlines’ networks and provide passengers with a more flexible, efficient, and convenient travel experience." Travelers flying from Asia with Hainan Airlines can now easily connect through Madrid to destinations in Latin America on Air Europa flights under one booking. Such codeshare partnerships are increasingly common in the global airline industry as they allow airlines to offer more comprehensive routing options and improve customer service.

According to Wikipedia, Hainan Airlines is a major Chinese airline headquartered in Haikou, Hainan. It is recognized as the largest civilian-run, majority state-owned airline in China. The carrier operates over 500 domestic and international routes and ranks as China’s fourth-largest airline by fleet size. It is also among the top ten in Asia for annual passenger numbers. Rated five stars by Skytrax, Hainan Airlines has built a reputation for high-quality service and an expanding global network.