Shanghai Airlines and United Airlines sign Code-Share Agreement

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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