Due to aircraft rotation on our routes, we are currently flying London-Shanghai with an Airbus 340-300. Average age of China Eastern aircraft is under 5 years.

Airbus 340-300
First Class (12 seats), Business Class (28 seats), Economy Class (247 seats)

First Class offers twelve 28-inch-wide luxury seats, with 62 inches of pitch and a recline of 165 degrees. First Class seats have their own satellite phone and an individual interactive entertainment system. Computer games are available, and calls can be made to anywhere in the world. First Class passengers also are treated to cocktails, fine wines and a choice of Chinese or Western cuisine, amenity kits, and have full use of the Air France lounge at Heathrow and our own First Class lounge in Shanghai.

The 28 Business Class seats recline up to 135 degrees, have a pitch of 38-42 inches, and are nearly 23 inches wide. Passengers will feel able to work, sleep and relax during their journey to and from China. Personal interactive entertainment systems are featured. Of course, fine wines and choice food are also offered. Amenity kits are provided and the Air France airport lounge in Heathrow and the China Eastern Business class lounge in Shanghai are available prior to flight departure.

Economy Class on the 340 also offers newly designed seats with 32-34 inches of pitch, and audio inflight entertainment. Televisions are regularly spaced throughout the cabin and generally show two western films, one chinese film, one french film and a news broadcast. There is a full selection of drinks and a western and oriental food option. Please call the hostess for drinks and snacks at any time throughout the flight and they will be happy to help you.

Airbus 340-600
First Class (8 seats), Business Class (40 seats), Economy Class (272 seats)

The Airbus 340-600 is the world's longest jetliner, almost 250 feet long. It is powered by four Rolls-Royce engines.

First Class offers eight 28-inch-wide flatbed seats, with 80 inches of pitch for ultimate comfort on long-distance journeys. First Class seats have their own satellite phone, laptop power point, and an individual interactive entertainment system. Computer games are available, and calls can be made to anywhere in the world. First Class passengers also are treated to cocktails, fine wines and a choice of Chinese or Western cuisine, amenity kits, and have full use of the Air France lounge at Heathrow and Our own lounge in Shanghai.

The 42 Business Class seats recline up to 165 degrees, have a pitch of 60 inches, and are nearly 23 inches wide. Passengers will feel able to work, sleep and relax during their journey to and from China. Satellite phones, laptop power ports, and personal interactive entertainment systems are featured. Of course, fine wines and choice food are also offered. Amenity kits are provided and the Air France airport lounge is available prior to departure.

Economy Class on the 340 also offers newly designed seats with 32 inches of pitch, and audio inflight entertainment.