Air China Flight CA8971 Deals & Information (2025/2026)

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Frequently asked questions

What route does flight number CA8971 take?
Flight number CA8971 flies straight from DLC to Chengdu Shuangliu Intl. Airport. During this trip, you can expect to be in the air for about 3 hours and 22 minutes. It pays to book ahead to lock in your preferred seat.
How often is CA8971 on time?
Around 83% of CA8971 flights head off on time — so if you’re flying from Dalian Airport (DLC-Dalian Intl.) to Chengdu Airport (CTU-Shuangliu Intl.), you can relax in confidence knowing that you’ll touch down at your destination as quickly as possible. On the odd occasion that this Air China plane is late, the average wait time is about 24 minutes. Due to the air carrier’s exceptional service, this route has a star rating of 2.7.
What kind of plane is on flight number CA8971?
Expect to cruise aboard a Boeing 737-800 if you’re booked on flight CA8971. Almost all services from Dalian Airport (DLC-Dalian Intl.) to Chengdu Shuangliu Intl. Airport operate using this aircraft model.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my flight to a later date?
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