Through-Check Baggage
Hainan Airlines now offers a "Baggage Through Check-in Only" service on the route "Wuhan–Haikou–Sydney/Melbourne/Auckland/Dubai/Moscow/Jeddah/Abu Dhabi". Passengers are not required to reclaim their checked baggage upon arrival in Haikou. Please follow airport signage to proceed to the Hainan Airlines international check-in counters in the departure hall to complete check-in procedures for the onward flight.
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2. The above routes are subject to customs approval and must meet the ground handling capability requirements at both the origin and transit airports. In addition, the transfer time must comply with the minimum connecting time requirements. Some flights may not offer this service; please confirm the flight details carefully when booking.
3. Checked baggage must comply with China Customs and CAAC security regulations, and passengers authorize Hainan Airlines to open and inspect the baggage at the transit point if necessary.
4. This service applies to flights scheduled for the 2025 Winter–Spring Season (26 October 2025 – 28 March 2026). Please note that through-check flights may be adjusted due to seasonal schedule changes, or changes to flight schedules, flight numbers, or minimum connecting times. If you have any questions, please call Hainan Airlines 24-hour ticket booking service hotline at 95339 for further travel assistance.
5. Due to differences in flight schedules and operating days, only connections with a transfer time equal to or greater than the minimum connecting time at the transit airport and not exceeding 24 hours are eligible for connection. The specific details are subject to the flight schedule and on-site arrangements on the day of the flight.
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Checked Baggage Requirements
To comply with China Customs and CAAC security regulations, please pay attention to the following requirements:
（1）It is strictly prohibited to carry soil, fresh fruits and vegetables, raw or cooked meat, bird's nest, and other items prohibited from entry by China Customs. Failure to declare may result in a fine of up to RMB 3,700.
（2）Items in baggage must be limited to "reasonable quantities for personal use"; any excess is prohibited from import or export and must be truthfully declared to Customs.
（3）According to China Customs regulations, passengers are allowed to bring duty-free: 400 cigarettes, or 20 cigars, or 500 grams of tobacco; two e-cigarette devices, or six pods, or 12 milliliters of e-liquid; and up to two bottles (total volume not exceeding 1.5 liters) of alcoholic beverages containing more than 12% alcohol by volume. For flights arriving from Hong Kong or Macau, the above allowances are reduced by half. Individuals under the age of 18 are not permitted to carry tobacco or alcohol. If your belongings exceed the duty-free allowance, please place them in your carry-on luggage and proactively declare them to customs. Please inform airport staff in advance if you have declared items that need to be checked; in such cases, your boarding passes and checked luggage will only be processed only to the transfer station.
（4）In accordance with CAAC security regulations, it is prohibited to place lighters, matches, lithium batteries, power banks, controlled knives, or other dangerous items in checked baggage. If you are required to open your baggage for inspection, it may interrupt your through-service and result in missed flights.
（5）Carrying liquid items on domestic flights is prohibited (except for personal travel-use cosmetics, toothpaste, and shaving cream). Alcohol and other liquids purchased abroad may need to be re-checked for domestic transfers, which could affect subsequent travel arrangements or result in baggage not arriving on the same flight.
（6）For passengers using the “Through-Check Baggage” service, please ensure that there are no declared or prohibited items in the checked baggage and accurately complete the “Baggage Hands-Free Authorization Form”. Please provide a reachable mobile phone number in Chinese mainland and keep your phone available for customs and security inspection coordination.
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Flight Reminders（1）
If you have already obtained the boarding pass for the onward flight at the departure airport, please confirm the boarding gate and gate closing time of the onward flight at the transfer airport. Passengers are advised to check the flight information display screens or consult airport staff in a timely manner. Please carry valuables and items needed for your transfer with you at all times.
（2）For passengers who have opted for the "Through-Check Baggage Only" service, if you are unable to continue your journey at the transfer point due to immigration or travel document issues, the staff will notify you to collect your checked baggage, and your ticket will be processed according to the voluntary refund policy.
（3）If you only require your checked baggage to be tagged to the transfer airport, please proactively inform the ground staff.
（4）Border inspection channel opening hours for international and regional flights vary by airport. Please plan your transfer itinerary in advance. Some airports provide transfer facilitation services; passengers may consult the airport hotline or official channels in advance.
（5）In the event of special circumstances such as flight delays, schedule adjustments, or equipment failures, the through-check baggage service may be suspended. Please follow the ground staff's instructions to claim your baggage and re-complete the necessary procedures.
（6）Any expenses incurred due to interruption of the through-check baggage service or missed flights caused by personal reasons shall be borne by the passenger.
（7）This service does not apply to certain special passengers, special baggage, or non-reserved tickets. For specific eligibility, please refer to on-site arrangements.