Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-12-31 23:18Core Viewpoint - The three major Chinese airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and Air China, announced a new fuel surcharge standard for domestic flights effective from January 5, 2026, with specific rates for different flight distances and exemptions for certain passenger categories [1][4][6]. Group 1: Fuel Surcharge Standards - For domestic flights under 800 kilometers, the fuel surcharge will be set at RMB 10 per passenger, while for flights over 800 kilometers, the surcharge will be RMB 20 per passenger [1][4][6]. - Infants traveling on adult tickets will be exempt from the fuel surcharge, while children, disabled veterans, and police officers injured in the line of duty will have reduced rates, with no charge for flights under 800 kilometers and RMB 10 for flights over 800 kilometers [1][4][6]. Group 2: Ticket Change Policy - Tickets sold before January 5, 2026, will not have the fuel surcharge refunded or adjusted if changes are made after this date [2][4].