Okay Airways
A privately owned Chinese scheduled carrier focused on domestic passenger services, with Tianjin as its principal operating base and Boeing 737 aircraft at the core of its fleet.
About Okay Airways
Okay Airways was founded in 2004 and began commercial operations in 2005, becoming one of the first privately owned airlines permitted to operate in the People's Republic of China. It provides scheduled passenger services under the BK airline code and has also undertaken cargo operations during its history. Its identity is closely associated with Tianjin, although its network links several important regional aviation markets across mainland China.
Tianjin is Okay Airways’ primary hub and busiest departure point. Harbin, Changsha, Nanjing and Chongqing are also significant operating bases within its network. The airline serves 32 destinations across one country on 84 routes, connecting major cities with provincial centres and leisure markets. Notable destinations include Dalian, Hangzhou, Jinjiang, Kunming, Daqing, Dayong, Hefei and Sanya.
The Boeing 737-800 is the principal passenger aircraft type associated with Okay Airways, providing a conventional narrow-body configuration suited to domestic routes of varying lengths. The Yunshuji Y-7, also known as the Harbin Y-7, is another aircraft type on record. Cabin products and seating can vary by aircraft and route, so passengers should confirm the available travel class and included services while booking.
Okay Airways is not a member of Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld, so travellers should not expect alliance-wide benefits such as reciprocal lounge access or through-status recognition. The airline does not have a widely established international frequent-flyer programme with an official English-language homepage that can be stated confidently. Passengers should therefore check the carrier’s current booking channels for any domestic membership scheme, promotional credit or partner benefits.
A practical strength of Okay Airways is its coverage of domestic Chinese markets beyond the largest coastal gateways, particularly from Tianjin and its other busy departure cities. The network can be useful for direct regional journeys that might otherwise require a connection. The main challenge for international visitors is that English-language information and customer-service access may be more limited than at China’s largest airlines, making advance verification of baggage, check-in and ticket-change conditions especially important.
Good to know
Flying with Okay Airways — what to expect
Check Fare Conditions
Ticket flexibility, baggage inclusion and change rules can differ by fare. Review the conditions shown during booking, especially when using an agency.
Confirm Cabin Details
The Boeing 737-800 is the principal passenger aircraft, but cabin layout and onboard inclusions may vary. Check the specific flight details before selecting a seat or travel class.
Allow Check-in Time
Arrive with enough time for document checks and baggage acceptance, particularly at large bases such as Tianjin and Harbin. Online check-in availability may depend on the airport and booking channel.
Domestic Network Focus
Okay Airways concentrates on routes within China, including links between regional cities. International travellers should ensure they have the documents and onward arrangements required for domestic travel.
Verify Baggage Rules
Carry-on and checked-baggage allowances can depend on fare type and route. Use the allowance printed on the ticket or confirmed by the airline rather than relying on a general policy summary.
Plan Hub Connections
Tianjin is the airline’s main hub, while Harbin, Changsha, Nanjing and Chongqing are also important departure points. Leave a comfortable connection margin when travelling on separately issued tickets.
Network overview
Where Okay Airways flies
Okay Airways operates 84 routes to 32 destinations across 1 countries, its longest sector reaching Sanya to Tianjin (2,437 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities Okay Airways flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Sanya → Tianjin
2,437 km · SYX → TSN
The longest sector in the Okay Airways network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by Okay Airways
CSX - KMGChangsha → Kunming1h 44m1,077 kmKMG - CSXKunming → Changsha1h 44m1,077 kmCKG - CSXChongqing → Changsha1h 16m662 kmCKG - URCChongqing → Urumqi3h 9m2,311 kmCSX - CKGChangsha → Chongqing1h 16m662 kmURC - CKGUrumqi → Chongqing3h 9m2,311 kmNKG - CSXNanjing → Changsha1h 16m673 kmSZX - TSNShenzhen → Tianjin2h 38m1,863 kmTSN - SZXTianjin → Shenzhen2h 38m1,863 kmCSX - HGHChangsha → Hangzhou1h 21m737 kmCSX - NKGChangsha → Nanjing1h 16m673 kmCSX - SYXChangsha → Sanya1h 50m1,165 kmHGH - CSXHangzhou → Changsha1h 21m737 kmSYX - CSXSanya → Changsha1h 50m1,165 kmReviews of Okay Airways
TripAdvisor · 2016–2019- 51
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What travellers flew
Counted from the 7 reviews below — a tally of the flights reviewed, with each chip carrying the average score those reviewers gave. Nothing here reads their prose or summarises what they said.
✓ marks a group averaging 7/10 or better, − one averaging 4/10 or worse, across at least three reviews.
Bulgaria flight
Great flight,smooth and punctual,on way back bit turbulence and landing bit bumpy.Otherwise great and friendly staff and best check in on way and returning.
Posted June 2019 by Heather S
Uneventful
Flew on a new ish Xi'an MA 60. On time, uneventful. Cabin attendant appeared once for safety demo then disappeared to crew area and went to sleep.
Posted May 2019 by Richard T, Dalian
Good flight, despite a really odd name for an airline!
I was somewhat put out when I saw the name of the airline. I think it was partly because it was parked so far away, our bus seemed to go on for ever and ever to reach it. People even started joking whether we were going to Guilin by road! And then the funny… See more name. But, once inside, I was impressed. Very impressed indeed. Brand new plane, 737-900 series, my first flight ever in this model. And the crew were so damn cheerful and polite and helpful. Very smooth flight, very soft landing. I would have no hesitation in using this airline in future. I cannot really comment on "value for money" as it was a group tour (with Wendy Wu) and we paid an all-inclusive fee. By the way, get a window seat on this route, you can really appreciate how mountainous China really is !!
See lessPosted December 2017 by Alex J, Melbourne
A pleasant flight
Small airline that provide a very good service. Our flight was used predominantly by Chinese nationals. In flight food reasonable with no choice but adequate for the time in the air. Stewards pleasant and efficient. Not a great deal of leg room. I must admit… See more we had reservations when bused out to the waiting aircraft but could have been much worse.
See lessPosted October 2017 by Csider65, Heysham
Better than expected
We were bussed from the terminal to the aircraft and when we approached it and I saw for the first time the name “OK Airways” proudly displayed on its fuselage, my heart missed a beat. I didn't know whether to start laughing at this bad joke or start telling… See more my wife what a wonderful time we'd had together as our marriage had been a blast from the moment we met at an airport many years ago. I decided instead to laugh aloud and hope for the best. In for a penny, in for a pound and hope that all would work out for the best. What a pleasant awaited us because the flight and service was good, making a perfect landing in filthy weather at Guilin. It just shows you that you cannot judge an airline by its name! Would have no hesitation in flying with them again. My experience reminded me of flying with Azul in Brazil. We had no option but to fly with Azul as it was the only airline that flew from Manaus to Tabatinga on the Colombian border. The airline turned out to be exceedingly good, great service, good seats and legroom, which was a real eye opener. Azul has better service etc. than Okay Airways but both performed superbly well. Shame on me for having doubted the capability and service of these two airlines.
See lessPosted August 2017 by Brian99993, Oxford
No Space at all
NOT Okay. The main issue is the lack of space. My knees touched the seat in front of me, and I am not even tall. They have a kind of business class (12 seats), which is just the normal Economy class with other carriers. There were a lot of tour groups on… See more board, which I think never traveled before. At the check-in in Bangkok, they just run over all the fencing and security had to stop the crowd. It was a big mess and nightmare. Another minus is that you are not allowed to used a smartphone or tablet during the entire flight, and there is not entertainment (I was just siting there for 5 hours, doing nothing). During a longer flight, you will get some snacks (e.g. nuts, muffin, or so) which is included in the ticket price. Positive is that the planes where all new, and I think they are well maintained. I will not fly with Okay again.
See lessPosted February 2017 by Stefan777-400, Sydney
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FAQ
Okay Airways — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Okay Airways’ primary hub and busiest departure point is Tianjin. Harbin, Changsha, Nanjing and Chongqing are its other leading departure bases by route count.
- Fares are generally more competitive outside major Chinese public holidays and peak school-break periods. Compare several dates and book earlier when travelling around Lunar New Year, National Day or other high-demand periods.
- The airline’s busiest departure hubs, ranked by number of routes, are Tianjin, Harbin, Changsha, Nanjing and Chongqing.
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- Carry-on limits can vary with the fare, route and cabin. Check the dimensions and weight stated on your booking or the airline’s current baggage rules before departure.
- Okay Airways’ longest route is Sanya to Tianjin, covering about 2,437 km nonstop.
- Okay Airways operates within China, serving cities including Tianjin, Harbin, Changsha, Nanjing, Chongqing, Dalian, Hangzhou, Kunming, Daqing, Dayong and Hefei.
- Okay Airways serves exactly 32 destinations across 1 country, operating 84 routes.