Taiwan-based China Airlines will launch five new nonstop flights a week to Taipei (TPE) from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) starting July 14, 2024. SEA welcomes the announcement as passengers will now have even more options to reach Asia directly. With a busy summer travel season ahead, SEA expects to see more record-breaking international travel days on the horizon.
“It’s an exciting time for international travel in and out of SEA, and we look forward working with China Airlines on this new service,” said Port of Seattle Commissioner Ryan Calkins. “The strong interest we’re seeing from airline partners in SEA Airport is a testament to the diversity and opportunities we have in this region. We’ll continue to do the work to meet the travel demand and customer needs.”
As SEA celebrates its 75th Anniversary, China Airlines is in its 65th year of service. China Airlines previously served SEA from 2004 to 2008 and will now be the sixth North American destination for the airline after JFK, LAX, ONT, SFO, and YVR. Passengers will travel in business, premium economy, or economy seats aboard an Airbus A350-900. As China Airlines is a member of the SkyTeam Alliance, passengers will have the option of connecting onward with Delta Air Lines flights.
For more information about China Airlines’ new service to Taipei, read their latest release.
Flight Details
| Route | Days | Depart | Arrivals | Flight No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEA to TPE | Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | 1:40am | 5:05am (+1 day) | CI021 |
| TPE to SEA | Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | 11:30pm | 7:50pm | CI022 |
International Service at SEA
SEA currently offers 47 services to 30 international destinations on 25 different airlines. International reach continues to grow in 2024, following three new services that started in 2023: WestJet to Edmonton, Air Tahiti Nui to Paris, and Alaska Airlines to Nassau, Bahamas. This is the fourth new international service announced for 2024 (after Alaska Airlines to Toronto starting in May; Lufthansa to Munich starting in May; and Delta Air Lines to Taipei starting in June). Visit SEA’s International Travel page for more tips and information on navigating SEA and the International Arrivals Facility.
About China Airlines
China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier established in 1959, counts more than 10,000 employees worldwide and operates a fleet of 106 aircraft. A long-standing supporter of environmental and socio-economic development, China Airlines embraces corporate sustainability and strives to provide every traveler with an enjoyable flying experience, aiming to "become the preferred airlines in Taiwan."
China Airlines is one of 19 carriers that make up the SkyTeam Alliance, giving passengers access to an extensive global network of more than 10,770 daily flights to 1,050 destinations in 166 countries. China Airlines promotes a safe, high-quality flying experience, as well as eco-friendly, innovative, and attentive services. We strive to provide travelers with the perfect journey and consignors with a reliable, convenient transportation service.
Major domestic and overseas awards received by China Airlines in recent years include being listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability Emerging Markets Index, the most authoritative international sustainability index, for eight consecutive years. China Airlines was recognized with the top Giant Thumb Award at the National Enterprise Environmental Protection Awards. The airline has consecutively won the Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Award and the Global Corporate Sustainability Award, and it was selected for the FTSE4Good Emerging Index and FTSE4Good TIP Taiwan ESG Index. China Airlines has been awarded the Golden Flyer Award, the top award in Taiwan's civil aviation industry; was named the Best Airline in North Asia by Global Traveler magazine; was voted the Travellers Choice Major Airline Asia on TripAdvisor; and was rated a Five Star Major Airline at the APEX awards.
Contact:
Perry Cooper | SEA Airport
(206) 787-4923 | cooper.p@portseattle.org
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