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Shanghai Airlines and United Airlines
have signed a code-share agreement that expands international destination options and frequent flyer
opportunities for customers of both carriers.
Pending U.S. government approval, the 11 code-share flights covered by the agreement are scheduled to commence
15 May 2006. Once the agreement takes effect, customers from both carriers will be able to accrue and redeem frequent flyer miles and enjoy airport lounges supported by both
carriers.
"Shanghai Airlines and United Airlines have been cooperating in a number of areas for more than 10 years," said Zhou Chi, chairman of Shanghai
Airlines. "Shanghai Airlines was awarded the right to operate flights between China and the U.S. at the end of 2005 as a result of China’s
liberalization of the aviation market, specifically on the China to U.S. routes. The code-share agreement between United Airlines and Shanghai
Airlines will provide passengers traveling between China and the United States with more diversified flight options, convenient connections and
improved service."
United
Airlines routes listed under the agreement include Shanghai to Chicago and San Francisco; San Francisco to Los Angeles, Newark and New York
(John F. Kennedy International Airport); and Chicago to Newark and New York (LaGuardia International Airport).
Shanghai Airlines flights included
in the agreement depart from Pudong International Airport in Shanghai to Shenyang, Chengdu, Dalian and
Qingdao.
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