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Air China (CA)

Asian flag carrier based in China, and is a member of Star Alliance.

IATA CodeCA
ICAO CodeCCA
CallsignAIR CHINA
CountryChina
CategoryAsian flag carrier
Airline AllianceStar Alliance

How CA Appears in a GDS PNR

When you see a segment line like this in a PNR, the airline code identifies Air China:

2  CA 587 Y 15JUL 2*JFKLHR HK1  800A  2000P

The two-letter code CA at the start of the segment line is Air China's IATA code — every flight segment operated by Air China in a GDS PNR (Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo, or Worldspan) begins with this code, followed by the flight number.

About Air China

Air China is a asian flag carrier, based in China, and is a member of Star Alliance. Its ICAO code, CCA, is used for air traffic control and flight planning, while its radio callsign is “AIR CHINA”.

Booking Classes

Like most airlines, Air China's fare classes follow the standard GDS booking-class letter system. See our complete booking class guide for what each letter (F, J, Y, and so on) typically means.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Air China's IATA code?

Air China's IATA code is CA. This two-letter code appears at the start of every flight segment operated by Air China in a GDS PNR.

What is Air China's ICAO code?

Air China's ICAO code is CCA. The ICAO code is a separate, usually three-letter identifier used mainly in air traffic control and flight planning, distinct from the IATA code travel agents see in a PNR.

How do I convert a Air China PNR to an itinerary?

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What alliance is Air China part of?

Air China is a member of Star Alliance.

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