https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/china airlines/ China Airlines News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-05-17T00:13:41+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-and-the-new-terminal-one-announce-strategic-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-and-the-new-terminal-one-announce-strategic-partnership/ China Airlines (CAL), a Taiwan-based carrier, will begin operations at The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport in 2026, launching an elevated travel experience for its valued customers. The long-term partnership between China Airlines and the New Terminal One will support the carrier’s ambition to expand its network in North America, transforming the customer experience at one of the airline’s top international gateways. Tue, 08 Jul 2025 04:57:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-partners-with-southwest-airlines-to-expand-connections-in-no/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-partners-with-southwest-airlines-to-expand-connections-in-no/ China Airlines (CAL), a Taiwan-based carrier, announced today that it is partnering with Southwest Airlines® in the U.S. to set up a transfer network for trans-Pacific routes. Improved accessibility means in the coming future travelers will be able to fly non-stop from Taiwan to the United States (West Coast) and then transfer initially to more than 30 inland cities. China Airlines and Southwest Airlines flights at four major gateways, namely Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT), San Francisco (SFO), and Seattle (SEA), will offer seamless transfers to Southwest Airlines’ extensive network spanning the entire United States. Mon, 02 Jun 2025 07:51:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/registration-open-for-ci-marathon/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/registration-open-for-ci-marathon/ China Airlines (CAL), a Taiwan-based carrier, announced that registration for the 2025 CI Marathon - Starry Night Run are now open. Everyone is invited to hit the road together at Dajia River Park in Taipei on Saturday, October 11 for the Half-Marathon (21km) division, the Run for Health (10K) division, and the Family Starlight (5K) division. As a bonus, there will be a prize draw worth more than TWD 3.3 million, including 35 air fares and mileage rewards. Registration is open until June 23. The number of places is limited so runners should register early. Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:19:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-cal-reveals-new-seasonal-in-flight-menu/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-cal-reveals-new-seasonal-in-flight-menu/ China Airlines (CAL), a Taiwan-based airline, is introducing a new gourmet experience in the sky for travelers in April to welcome the coming of spring. The new gourmet menu will feature original dishes created by the top chefs at long-time partners Les Palais, Mipon, Toutouan, and Yangming Spring. Co-branded exotic cuisine will also be available for a limited time on the Singapore route. Travelers are invited to a culinary feast at 30,000 feet that will warm the heart! Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:51:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-announces-plan-for-new-fleet-of-24-passenger-and-cargo-aircr/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-announces-plan-for-new-fleet-of-24-passenger-and-cargo-aircr/ China Airlines, the Taiwan based carrier, announced plans to order ten Airbus A350-1000 passenger aircraft, ten Boeing 777-9 passenger aircraft, and four 777-8F freighters. The new fleet is expected to begin deliveries in 2029 and will be used for long-haul passenger and cargo routes to North America and Europe. China Airlines is actively optimizing its fleet size to deliver robust services for the global passenger and cargo markets. In November 2023, China Airlines began a comprehensive assessment on the transition of passenger and cargo fleet capacities and the demands of network development. A team of leading international and aviation consultants was also retained in February 2024 to study the safety, technology, and cost-benefit of each aircraft. Multiple rounds of talks and price negotiations were conducted with the manufacturers before the new aircraft introduction plan was finalized. Thu, 26 Dec 2024 07:41:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-introduce-upgraded-a350-cabins-in-2027/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-introduce-upgraded-a350-cabins-in-2027/ China Airlines, a Taiwan-based carrier, announced recently that Airbus has been contracted to provide integration and technical services for the retrofit of fifteen A350 aircraft. China Airlines is committed to providing travelers with the best sky service and the all-new A350 cabin, which launches in 2027, will feature the same Oriental aesthetic of the current cabins, creating an emotional connection with travelers while strengthening the China Airlines brand. The new cabin design will deliver an unparalleled flying experience. Mon, 16 Dec 2024 07:49:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-first-ever-china-airlines-marathon-starry-night-run-to-take-place-on-oc/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-first-ever-china-airlines-marathon-starry-night-run-to-take-place-on-oc/ Runners taking part in the first-ever China Airlines marathon, the Starlight Road Race, will hit the road at Dajia River Park in Taipei on Saturday, October 12! The unique format of this starlight race will combine music, markets and festivities for a scintillating party under the stars. Registration for the China Airlines Marathon opens today (4/22) and runners can participate in three races - Half-Marathon (21km), Casual (10km) and Family Fun (5km). Places are limited so those interested in joining are encouraged to register before June 23. Thu, 02 May 2024 05:57:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-serves-up-another-starred-banquet-on-the-clouds/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-serves-up-another-starred-banquet-on-the-clouds/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, added more stars to its in-flight catering by announcing a partnership with MIPON, the Michelin one star restaurant at the Grand Mayfull Hotel Taipei. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 07:14:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expanding-north-american-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expanding-north-american-network/ Taiwan-based China Airlines has announced that it will begin offering non-stop flights to Seattle, the “Emerald City”, starting July 14, 2024. The Taipei-Seattle route will expand the carrier’s passenger services to northwestern USA by offering five weekly flights with the Airbus A350-900. In addition to providing travelers with even more options for travel between Taiwan and the Americas, China Airlines will leverage its extensive regional network to expand its share of the transfer market in Asia and boost business growth. Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:37:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-exclusive-world-champion-bread-by-yao-hsun-chen-now-onboard/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-exclusive-world-champion-bread-by-yao-hsun-chen-now-onboard/ China Airlines, the Taiwan based carrier, has partnered with Yao-hsun Chen of Yoshi Bakery to bring his world champion bread onboard. Effectively immediately, bread developed exclusively for China Airlines by Chen will be served in all cabin classes on all flights departing from Taiwan, demonstrating the carrier’s tireless pursuit of innovation and breakthroughs in in-flight catering. Sun, 07 Jan 2024 08:11:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/beijing-review-the-time-is-always-right-to-do-what-is-right/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/beijing-review-the-time-is-always-right-to-do-what-is-right/ In a move that showed both countries’ keenness to expand air travel after the COVID-19 pandemic, in turn reflecting an implicit eagerness to up mutually beneficial cooperation, China and the United States increased the number of direct regular passenger flights from 48 to 70 per week in the 2023-24 winter and spring seasons. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 07:22:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dnata-awarded-a-multi-year-contract-by-china-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dnata-awarded-a-multi-year-contract-by-china-airlines/ Emirati airport service provider Dnata has been awarded a multi-year contract by China Airlines in the Czech Republic. Sun, 17 Sep 2023 05:53:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-lowering-prepaid-excess-baggage-fees-by-over-30/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-lowering-prepaid-excess-baggage-fees-by-over-30/ In response to strong global travel demand, China Airlines has announced that excess baggage fees on international routes will be reduced by up to 22% for China Airlines/Mandarin Airlines. Travelers will also receive an additional 15% discount on prepaid excess baggage fees. The over 30% savings on checked baggage from the combined discounts means travelers will be able to have fun and shop to their heart’s content overseas. Sun, 03 Sep 2023 08:04:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-sustainability-demonstration-flight-improves-carbon-reductio/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-sustainability-demonstration-flight-improves-carbon-reductio/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, took part in the second The Sustainable Flight Challenge (TSFC) held by SkyTeam. Flight CI753/CI754 between Taipei and Singapore was designated as the sustainability demonstration flight successfully reducing its carbon emissions by 150 tons. Tue, 08 Aug 2023 04:59:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-and-philippine-airlines-adding-more-codeshare-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-and-philippine-airlines-adding-more-codeshare-routes/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, has announced an expansion of its codesharing agreement with Philippine Airlines taking advantage of the strong post-COVID travel market between Taiwan and the Philippines. Sun, 30 Jul 2023 07:10:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-recognized-as-a-best-company-to-work-for-in-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-recognized-as-a-best-company-to-work-for-in-asia/ HR Asia has named China Airlines one of the 2023 Best Companies to Work for in Asia. This was the first time the Taiwanese airline took part in the awards where it faced 339 competing companies. Mon, 24 Jul 2023 06:41:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-code-sharing-with-ita-airways-to-expand-italian-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-code-sharing-with-ita-airways-to-expand-italian-network/ China Airlines has announced its partnership with ITA Airways for the code-sharing of flight CI075/076 on the Taipei-Rome route. The codesharing agreement will also be expanded to cover other destinations within Italy to promote the development of both markets by streamlining travel between Taiwan and Italy. Sun, 09 Jul 2023 03:55:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-and-wootea-infuse-in-flight-desserts-with-playfulness/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-and-wootea-infuse-in-flight-desserts-with-playfulness/ China Airlines has joined forces with WooTEA, the popular Taiwanese hand-shaken beverage brand, to develop an exclusive range of tea-themed desserts and beverages. Fri, 30 Jun 2023 07:08:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-signs-firm-orders-for-eight-boeing-787-passenger-aircraft-at/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-signs-firm-orders-for-eight-boeing-787-passenger-aircraft-at/ China Airlines Chairman Su-Chien Hsieh accepted an invitation to attend the 2023 Paris Air Show where he signed a contract with Boeing converting the option on eight 787 passenger aircraft into firm orders, a change previously approved by the China Airlines Board on May 10. Wed, 21 Jun 2023 06:23:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/iata-agm-2023-interview-capt.-george-kao-president-china-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/iata-agm-2023-interview-capt.-george-kao-president-china-airlines/ Mon, 05 Jun 2023 13:16:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expands-southern-taiwan-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expands-southern-taiwan-network/ China Airlines expects the relaxation of border restrictions in Taiwan and South Korea to boost Taiwanese tourism and business travel to Korea. Mon, 22 May 2023 05:15:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-introduces-trendy-podcast-programming-for-in-flight-entertai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-introduces-trendy-podcast-programming-for-in-flight-entertai/ China Airlines has announced that it has partnered with “SoundOn”, the No.1 brand in the Taiwanese audio industry, to launch all-new high-quality podcast programming for in-flight entertainment systems. Travelers can now listen to a wide variety of channels on different intellectual topics while in the sky. Programs such as international finance and economy, travel and culture, lifestyle and sustainability will take your ears on a different journey when you fly with China Airlines Mon, 20 Mar 2023 07:29:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qantas-expands-partnership-with-china-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qantas-expands-partnership-with-china-airlines/ Frequent flyers can now use their Qantas Points to travel to more than 75 destinations around the world with China Airlines, as Qantas expands its partnership with the Taipei-based carrier. Fri, 17 Mar 2023 06:57:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-introduces-japanese-banquet-cuisine/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-introduces-japanese-banquet-cuisine/ From January 15, China Airlines will partner with “TOUTOUAN”, a famous restaurant in Tokyo, to launch their “natural style” Japanese cuisine for Premium Business/Business Class on all Japanese routes. Sat, 14 Jan 2023 08:44:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expands-presence-in-vietnam/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expands-presence-in-vietnam/ China Airlines officially launched direct flights between Taipei and Da Nang. An important travel hub in Vietnam, Da Nang is China Airlines’ third scheduled service in the country and the first addition to the network in 2023. Tue, 03 Jan 2023 10:04:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-sets-another-example-for-sustainability-in-the-airline-indus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-sets-another-example-for-sustainability-in-the-airline-indus/ Taiwan-based carrier China Airlines has won extensive recognition for its sustainability philosophy and accomplishments by winning more than 10 national and international awards in 2022 thus far Sun, 18 Dec 2022 07:52:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-picked-by-djsi-for-seventh-consecutive-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-picked-by-djsi-for-seventh-consecutive-year/ The results of the 2022 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) have now been released. China Airlines placed first in the global aviation industry, breaking its own ranking and scoring record and making this the first time that a Taiwanese transportation operator has been crowned. Wed, 14 Dec 2022 07:58:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-launches-new-taipei-cebu-direct-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-launches-new-taipei-cebu-direct-flight/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, has added a new route to its Southeast Asia portfolio with the formal launch of its new Taipei-Cebu service today. China Airlines has operated scheduled services on the Taipei-Manila and Kaohsiung-Manila routes for many years, and the introduction of regular services to Cebu means the carrier will now operate 21 flights a week to the Philippines Fri, 02 Dec 2022 10:10:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-pikachu-jet-ci-documentary-now-online/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-pikachu-jet-ci-documentary-now-online/ The China Airlines documentary on the painting of the “Pikachu Jet CI” livery went online. The camera offers a look behind the scenes of the first time that “full body spray painting” was used on this A321neo narrowbody passenger aircraft. Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:03:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-wins-corporate-sustainability-awards-for-9th-consecutive-yea/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-wins-corporate-sustainability-awards-for-9th-consecutive-yea/ The results of the 2022 Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards (TCSA) and Global Corporate Sustainability Awards (GCSA) were announced yesterday (11/16). China Airlines maintained its eye-catching performance by garnering four top awards. China Airlines not only won the TCSA Award for the ninth year in a row, but also won top honors in the Sustainability Report category, demonstrating the carrier’s commitment to sustainable development. Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:30:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-the-taiwan-based-carrier-will-add-more-flights-to-its-palau/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-the-taiwan-based-carrier-will-add-more-flights-to-its-palau/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, will add more flights to its Palau route from November 16. The all new A321neo passenger aircraft will fly the route every Wednesday and Saturday, providing travelers with more flexibility in their itinerary and a better flying experience. Thu, 03 Nov 2022 10:13:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-2023-calendar-invites-travelers-to-explore-the-planet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-2023-calendar-invites-travelers-to-explore-the-planet/ The 2023 China Airlines Calendar is inspired by famous travel destinations around the world. For the first time, the wall calendar “Carve a Perfect Arc as You Reach for New Horizons” and desktop calendar “The World Awaits You” will feature distinct themes. Tue, 25 Oct 2022 07:17:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-begin-flying-to-da-nang/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-begin-flying-to-da-nang/ Taiwan-based China Airlines is gearing up for the post-pandemic recovery in the passenger market by introducing five weekly direct flights to Da Nang, Vietnam beginning January 2, 2023. Thu, 06 Oct 2022 09:58:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-pikachu-jet-ci-makes-one-day-charity-micro-trip/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-pikachu-jet-ci-makes-one-day-charity-micro-trip/ A charity micro-trip was held yesterday (9/30) by China Airlines “Pikachu Jet CI”, the carrier’s first A321neo, with aircraft number B-18101. With China Airlines President Kao Shing-Hwang as the tour guide for the day, the flight took off from Taoyuan Airport at 11:00AM and flew north over Miyako-jima, Okinawa, and Kagoshima, greeting Japan at long last. Sat, 01 Oct 2022 05:58:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-finalizes-landmark-order-for-up-to-24-boeing-787-dreamliners/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-finalizes-landmark-order-for-up-to-24-boeing-787-dreamliners/ Boeing and China Airlines announced they have finalized an order for up to 24 787 Dreamliners, as the carrier invests in the fuel-efficient widebody to expand passenger and cargo operations. The deal includes a firm order for 16 of the longest range 787-9 with options for eight additional jets, a landmark purchase that will enable the airline to meet its long-term sustainability goals. Thu, 29 Sep 2022 07:54:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-unveils-taiwans-first-a321neo-pikachu-jet-ci/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-unveils-taiwans-first-a321neo-pikachu-jet-ci/ China Airlines formally unveiled its “Pikachu Jet CI”, the first Pokémon liveried aircraft in Taiwan. This was the most colorful livery in the history of China Airlines, taking 21 days to apply. A one-day charity micro-trip was organized on September 30 by China Airlines for the Taoyuan-Taipei (Songshan) route. Thu, 29 Sep 2022 06:48:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-long-awaited-china-airlines-pikachu-jet-ci-is-departing-soon/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-long-awaited-china-airlines-pikachu-jet-ci-is-departing-soon/ The one-day micro-trip aboard “Pikachu Jet CI” scheduled for September 30 will give the general public a chance to see the Pokémon up close. The flight will take off from Taoyuan Airport and land at Taipei-Songshan Airport. Only 80 seats are available and bookings start on September 12. The “Pikachu Jet CI” will formally greet Pokémon fans when it makes its first flight on the Taipei (Songshan) - Tokyo (Haneda) route on October 2. Tue, 06 Sep 2022 06:24:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-purchase-16-new-boeing-787-9/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-purchase-16-new-boeing-787-9/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, announced the purchase of 16 Boeing 787-9 passenger aircraft fitted with the General Electric GEnx engine today (8/30). Deliveries are expected to commence in 2025 and the next-generation aircraft will become the mainstay of the medium-capacity wide-body fleet Fri, 02 Sep 2022 08:47:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-takes-delivery-of-first-boeing-777/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-takes-delivery-of-first-boeing-777/ China Airlines has unveiled the first of six Boeing 777 Freighters, officially becoming the twentieth operator of the largest and longest-range twin-aisle freighter in the world. Wed, 16 Dec 2020 07:04:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-takes-delivery-of-latest-a350-900/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-takes-delivery-of-latest-a350-900/ The plane features a unique joint livery that combines the Taiwan-based airline’s distinctive plum blossom logo with Airbus’ exclusive A350 XWB carbon fibre pattern. Tue, 23 Oct 2018 09:19:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-takes-off-from-gatwick-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-takes-off-from-gatwick-for-first-time/ UK minister for international trade, Greg Hands, and the UK trade envoy to Taiwan, Lord Faulkner, have attended the launch of a new link from the UK to Taipei. Mon, 04 Dec 2017 11:01:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-takes-delivery-of-a350-xwb-powered-with-biofuel-mix/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-takes-delivery-of-a350-xwb-powered-with-biofuel-mix/ China Airlines of Taiwan has become the second airline to join a programme to use a blend of traditional and sustainable biofuels to power aircraft for delivery flights from Airbus. Fri, 01 Dec 2017 13:07:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sabre-expands-partnership-with-china-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sabre-expands-partnership-with-china-airlines/ Sabre Corporation has announced a partnership with China Airlines that will modernise and transform the airlines’ operational systems and processes. Tue, 24 Oct 2017 09:31:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-launch-london-taipei-route-in-december/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-launch-london-taipei-route-in-december/ China Airlines is returning to the UK following a five-year hiatus, with the launch of a new non-stop service between London Gatwick and Taipei’s Taoyuan International from December. Tue, 17 Oct 2017 08:46:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-takes-delivery-of-milestone-airbus-a350-xwb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-takes-delivery-of-milestone-airbus-a350-xwb/ Airbus has delivered its 100th A350 XWB, just some 30 months after the first delivery of the world’s most modern wide-body aircraft in December 2014. The aircraft delivered is an A350-900 for China Airlines. Thu, 27 Jul 2017 09:41:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expands-codeshare-deal-with-japan-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expands-codeshare-deal-with-japan-airlines/ China Airlines and Japan Airlines today signed a memorandum of understanding to expand their strategic cooperation on cargo and passenger transportation. Tue, 10 Jan 2017 14:28:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-becomes-latest-operator-of-a350-xwb/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-becomes-latest-operator-of-a350-xwb/ China Airlines has taken delivery of its first A350-900, becoming the ninth airline to operate the world’s newest and most efficient twin engine wide-body airliner. CAL’s A350-900 is configured with a premium three class layout with a total of 306 seats, comprising 32 in Premium Business class, convertible to fully lie-flat beds, 31 in Premium Economy and 243 in the main cabin. Mon, 03 Oct 2016 09:28:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/korean-air-expands-china-airlines-codeshare-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/korean-air-expands-china-airlines-codeshare-agreement/ Korean Air has announced an extended codeshare agreement with China Airlines, increasing the flights offered by Korean Air between South Korea and Taiwan. Following regulatory approval, flights will be added between Seoul and Kaohsiung and also between Busan and Taipei. A codeshare is an aviation business partnership whereby a flight operated by one airline, is jointly marketed by one or more other airlines. Fri, 24 Apr 2015 07:32:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-moves-into-new-hotel-at-dubai-world-central/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-moves-into-new-hotel-at-dubai-world-central/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, will relocate its regional base to Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central with effect from today. The first flight, which arrived at 10:00 from Taipei, was welcomed by a traditional water salute by executives from the airline and Dubai Airports. Thu, 16 Apr 2015 07:03:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-new-zealand-licenses-skycouch-to-china-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-new-zealand-licenses-skycouch-to-china-airlines/ Air New Zealand has signed a licensing agreement with China Airlines for its Economy Skycouch seat. Under the terms of the agreement, China Airlines will commence the introduction of the Skycouch to its fleet of new 777-300ERs from September this year. Fri, 10 Jan 2014 23:30:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/transaero-airlines-nd-china-airlines-sign-code-share-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/transaero-airlines-nd-china-airlines-sign-code-share-agreement/ Today Transaero Airlines, Russia’s second largest carrier, and China Airlines have concluded a code-share agreement on joint operation of flights on the Moscow-Bangkok-Taipei route. Sun, 28 Apr 2013 23:30:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-signs-content-agreement-with-china-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-signs-content-agreement-with-china-airlines/ Amadeus has signed an extensive long-term content agreement with China Airlines Group. Within Asia, the new agreement offers Amadeus subscribers access to the same level of fares, availability and functionality as any other travel agent content channel. Fri, 15 Mar 2013 10:52:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-orders-six-777-300ers-from-boeing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-orders-six-777-300ers-from-boeing/ Boeing and China Airlines have today announced an order for six 777-300ERs (Extended Range) airplanes. The order is valued at approximately $2 billion at list prices. The new airplanes will become the first 777s to join China Airlines’ fleet. Mon, 24 Dec 2012 09:34:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-launches-new-mobile-services/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-launches-new-mobile-services/ China Airlines (CAL) has released a brand-new free “CI Mobile App” for users of the increasingly popular Apple iPhone providing “CI Mobile” service and convenience anytime and anywhere. The new service can be downloaded free from the Apple App Store, where users can easily find it by texting “CI.” Sat, 23 Jun 2012 03:00:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-raises-prices-following-ets-introduction-but-china-says-it-will-not-p/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/delta-raises-prices-following-ets-introduction-but-china-says-it-will-not-p/ Delta Air Lines has become the first carrier in the United States to confirm it will introduce a surcharge in order to pass the costs of the new European Emissions Trading Scheme on to passengers. However, China Air Transport Association has said Chinese carriers will not pay the new tax, arguing the EU was wrong to act unilaterally. Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:18:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/skyteam-welcomes-china-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/skyteam-welcomes-china-airlines/ SkyTeam has welcomed China Airlines as its 15th member. The airline, also one of the world’s leading cargo carriers, becomes the first Taiwanese airline to join SkyTeam. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 07:25:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-offers-taipei-osaka-new-york-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-offers-taipei-osaka-new-york-service/ China Airlines has confirmed it will alter its services between Taipei and New York with a stop over in Osaka, Japan, instead of Anchorage, Alaska. CAL will operate three round-trip flights per week on the route untilising Boeing 747-400 aircraft. Tue, 26 Apr 2011 06:17:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-plans-45-new-airports-over-next-five-years1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-plans-45-new-airports-over-next-five-years1/ Authorities in Beijing have unveiled plans for a mega aviation infrastructure construction spree that includes 45 new airports over the next five years. Industry regulator, the Civil Aviation Administration, said the new investments would take China’s total number of airports to 220. However concerns have been raised about overcapacity, given that most of the country’s existing airports are currently loss-making. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 17:26:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-joins-skyteam1/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-joins-skyteam1/ China Airlines has confirmed its intention to join the SkyTeam network in mid-2011. The airline – the flag carrier of Taiwan – will follow in the footsteps of China Eastern which signed an agreement to join SkyTeam earlier this year. Fri, 17 Sep 2010 04:34:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-and-china-eastern-airlines-iincrease-codeshare-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/japan-airlines-and-china-eastern-airlines-iincrease-codeshare-flights/ Japan Airlines (JAL) and China Eastern Airlines (MU) have reached an agreement to expand their codeshare partnership. From June 3, 2010, JAL will start to codeshare on 7 daily MU-operated flights between Shanghai (Pudong) and three other Chinese cities - Xi’an, Wuhan and Shenzhen. Fri, 28 May 2010 10:53:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-cross-strait-flights-launched-by-china-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-cross-strait-flights-launched-by-china-airlines/ Taiwanese national carrier, China Airlines and its subsidiary, Mandarin Airlines, have announced plans to fly a larger aircraft between Taipei and mainland China. This move follows growing demand from travellers seeking more cross-strait flights Tue, 27 Apr 2010 10:28:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-appoints-new-general-manager-ukireland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-appoints-new-general-manager-ukireland/ China Airlines has appointed Allen Sun as General Manager United Kingdom and Ireland to oversee operations of the first ever non-stop London-Taipei service, which launched on March 28th. Fri, 09 Apr 2010 10:17:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-celebrates-inaugural-non-stop-london-taipei-flight/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-celebrates-inaugural-non-stop-london-taipei-flight/ China Airlines first ever passenger service from Taipei to London touched down at Heathrow last night at 17.05 GMT. The new route forms an historical link between the two countries as the first time that the UK has been connected by a non-stop service to Taiwan. Tue, 30 Mar 2010 09:31:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-launch-first-uk-to-taiwan-non-stop-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-launch-first-uk-to-taiwan-non-stop-flights/ From 28th March 2010, China Airlines will launch the first non-stop flights to Taipei from London Heathrow, Terminal 4. Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:58:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090521171744438/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090521171744438/ China Airlines has inaugurated its Taipei-Surabaya flights as an extension of its Taipei-Singapore route. The Taipei-based airline will begin with four flights a week between Taipei and Surabaya, using Airbus 330-300 aircraft. Thu, 21 May 2009 17:17:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090223142036730/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090223142036730/ China Airlines is increasing frequencies to New York and Frankfurt, as well as new flights to Sydney and non-stop flights to Vienna, as part of its new summer schedule. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 08:20:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090119082938751/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090119082938751/ For the busy 2009 Chinese New Year period, China Airlines is to launch charter and extra flights to Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, Oceania and Australia. Mon, 19 Jan 2009 02:29:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20060327064100365/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20060327064100365/ China Airlines will inaugurate a new Taipei-Abu Dhabi-Vienna passenger service with three flights per week on April 25, using an Airbus A330-300 aircraft. Mon, 27 Mar 2006 06:41:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn200401061122393/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn200401061122393/ China Airlines and Connexion by Boeing, a business unit of Boeing, announced the signing of a Letter of Intent that will bring high-speed connectivity to travelers on commercial flights in and out of Taiwan. Tue, 06 Jan 2004 11:22:22 +0000