In a surprising turn of events, China Southern Airlines has decided to honor the sale of flight tickets priced as low as $1.30, following a two-hour technical glitch on its mobile app and various ticket-booking platforms. The glitch led to a frenzy among consumers who discovered unbelievably low fares for flights to and from Chengdu, a bustling city in southwest China. Social media was abuzz with reports of fares ranging from 10 to 30 yuan (equivalent to $1.37 to $4.12) available through China Southern’s app.
One particularly striking example involved a flight from Chengdu to Beijing, which was available for a mere 10 yuan ($1.37) during the glitch, in stark contrast to the regular price of 400 to 500 yuan (approximately $55 to $69). These incredibly low prices were accessible for about two hours on the airline’s app and various ticket-booking platforms, including the industry leader, Trip.com.
It’s worth noting that passengers who took advantage of these extraordinary deals will need to pay additional fees of at least 110 yuan ($15) for airport charges and fuel surcharges. However, China Southern Airlines has confirmed that customers who already paid for and received their tickets during this glitch will be able to use them as intended. This move comes as a pleasant surprise for those who secured these once-in-a-lifetime fares and will undoubtedly lead to memorable travel experiences at a fraction of the cost.