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2023 Feb 22

China Airlines Tops Global Airline Industry in Sustainability Yearbook 2023

S&P Global, the international sustainability assessment organization, has revealed the latest results for the Sustainability Yearbook 2023. China Airlines was assessed as the top performer in ESG (Environmental Protection...

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2023 Jan 20

China Airlines' Launch of Taipei-Chiang Mai Route Offers New Choice for Thailand Flights

Taiwan-based China Airlines inaugurated the Taipei-Chiang Mai route on January 20. Chiang Mai is the second scheduled service to be launched by China Airlines and its introduction, alongside the busy Taipei-Bangkok and Kaohsiung-Bangkok services...

2023 Jan 10

China Airlines Introduces Japanese Banquet Cuisine with Brand New Tableware to Enhance the Travel Experience

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...

2023 Jan 02

China Airlines Expands Presence in Vietnam with the Launch of Taipei-Da Nang Service Today

Today (1/2), 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...

2022 Dec 16

China Airlines Sets Another Example for Sustainability in the Airline Industry with First National Sustainable Development Award

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. China...

2022 Dec 16

#TravelForNewChapter - All New 2022 China Airlines Commercial Released Online

China Airlines, the flag carrier of Taiwan, today (12/16) launched its all new 2022 #TravelForNewChapter commercial to celebrate the airline’s 63rd anniversary. The commercial went live at noon on the China...

2022 Dec 12

China Airlines Picked by DJSI for Seventh Consecutive Year and Ranked First in Global Aviation Industry

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...

2022 Dec 01

China Airlines Launches New Taipei-Cebu Direct Flight Service to the “Queen City of the South” with New A321neo Aircraft

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 (12/1). China Airlines has operated scheduled services on...

2022 Nov 30

China Airlines Introduces Michelin Green Star to In-Flight Catering with Plant-based Cuisine

The lifting of international border restrictions has seen a resurgence in travel demand. China Airlines has now partnered with Yang Ming Spring, a food and beverage brand and winner of the Michelin Green Star for two consecutive years, to create a new " Clean & Green Plant-based Cuisine" to enhance the diversity and quality of in-flight catering services. The new menu will go live on December 1. Travelers departing from Taiwan can make a...

2022 Nov 22

China Airlines "Pikachu Jet CI" Documentary Now Online - A Behind the Scenes Look at the Painting of a Great Livery

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. Over 20 experienced technicians worked in turns to cover the fuselage with bright and lively colors. The process involved 36 types of paints and took 21 days, making it more time-consuming than painting a 747 widebody passenger aircraft. The result is the most colorful liveried aircraft in the history of China Airlines. No China Airlines livery had ever taken so much time to apply either ...

2022 Nov 21

China Airlines "Pikachu Jet CI" Merchandise Now On Sale and Set to Fly Okinawa Route Next Year

The China Airlines "Pikachu Jet CI" has been a runaway success since its launch and flying with the Pokémons has become the new trend in post-pandemic travel. To top off the joy of being surrounded by Pokémons aboard the liveried aircraft, "Pikachu Jet CI" merchandise such as the model plane, mixed snack gift and apron are now going on sale. Passengers on China Airlines' Asia, Guam and Palau routes can order the merchandise, taking the cuteness in the cabin home with them even if they did not fly with a ...

2022 Nov 16

China Airlines Wins Corporate Sustainability Awards for 9th Consecutive Year and Garners Top Awards

The results of the 2022 Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards (TCSA) and Global Corporate Sustainability Awards (GCSA) were announced today (11/16). China Airlines maintained its eye-catching performance by garnering four top awards. ...

2022 Nov 15

China Airlines Collects Top Honor at National Enterprise Environmental Protection Awards

China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, has won national recognition for its longstanding commitment to corporate social responsibility as well as the promotion of...

2022 Nov 09

China Airlines Named APEX Five Star Global Airline For Seventh Straight Year

China Airlines has been named the "2023 APEX Five Star Global Airline" by the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) for the seventh straight year. Travelers were invited by the popular travel website TripIt to rate nearly 600 airlines and over a million flights based on five categories...

2022 Nov 01

China Airlines Plans More Flights to Palau from November - Fly With the All New A321neo to Rainbow's End

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. The Taiwan-Palau route has been a fixture of the China Airlines network and the convenience of direct flights has helped boost tourism as well as cultural and business exchange between the two countries. Special promotional air fare is now being offered during the 2022 Taipei International Travel Fair with Economy Class starting from TWD 9,000...

2022 Oct 27

China Airlines Named Asia's Best Cargo Airline and CEIV Pharma Certification Re-certified

Taiwan’s China Airlines has been named the 2022 "Best Cargo Airline - Asia" by the magazine Air Cargo News. International recognition of China Airlines' expertise in freight was reinforced by the renewal of the IATA Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics (CEIV Pharma) certification...

2022 Oct 25

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. As we say farewell to the pandemic and step once more into the light, the calendars will reconnect passengers with their past travels and fill them with anticipation to embrace the world once more...

2022 Oct 04

China Airlines to Begin Flying to Da Nang, "Hawaii of the East”, in Vietnam from January Next Year

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...

2022 Sep 30

China Airlines "Pikachu Jet CI" Makes One-Day Charity Micro-Trip, First Flight to Tokyo-Haneda Set for 10/2

A charity micro-trip was held today (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. The flight returned to Songshan Airport at 3:07PM, bringing the one-day trip with Pokémon to a successful conclusion...

2022 Sep 29

China Airlines Unveils Taiwan's First A321neo "Pikachu Jet CI"

Today (9/28), 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. The aircraft will then make its first flight on the Taipei (Songshan) - Tokyo (Haneda) route carrying with its Pokémon fans young and old. Exclusive Pokémon-themed supplies will also be featured aboard the aircraft....

2022 Sep 05

China Airlines "Pikachu Jet CI" Set for 9/30 Micro-Trip with Pokémon

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...

2022 Aug 30

China Airlines to Purchase 16 New Boeing 787-9 Passenger Aircraft for Post-Pandemic Boom

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 ...

2022 Jul 27

China Airlines Liveried Aircraft to Join Pokémon Air Adventures Across the World

China Airlines is officially joining the “Pokémon Air Adventures” of The Pokémon Company. The Pokémon Company Corporate Officer Susumu Fukunaga and China Airlines President Kao Shing-Hwang issued a joint announcement today (7/27) about the launch of China Airlines' “Pikachu Jet CI.” ...

2022 Jul 12

China Airlines Upgrades Baggage Allowance to Piece-Based System for Tickets Purchased from August 2 on All Routes

Taiwan’s China Airlines announced another baggage service upgrade today (7/12). Due to the adoption of the piece-based system, all travelers will enjoy more free checked baggage allowance...

2022 Jul 08

China Airlines Sustainability Demonstration Flight Garners Twin Awards

China Airlines, Taiwan’s flag carrier, took up SkyTeam’s “The Sustainable Flight Challenge” (TSFC) by launching a sustainability demonstration flight which incorporated close to a hundred eco-friendly and carbon reduction measures. Carbon emissions were reduced by...

2022 Jul 06

China Airlines Leads the Taiwanese Transportation Sector by Issuing the First-Ever Industry “Forest and Biodiversity Conservation Commitment”

China Airlines has taken the lead by becoming the first airline and transportation company in Taiwan to adopt the “Forest and Biodiversity Conservation Commitment” in response to global trends. The signing of the declaration by Chairman Su-Chien Hsieh and President Shing-Hwang Kao commits...

2022 May 26

China Airlines Holds 2022 Annual General Shareholders Meeting, Preps New Passenger and Cargo Capacity to Meet Market Expectations

China Airlines (TWSE: 2610) held its annual general shareholders meeting this morning (5/26) at Taipei Innovation City Convention Center. China Airlines Chairman Su-Chien Hsieh stated that the keys to the airline’s robust performance during 2021 were an agile business strategy, very competitive workforce...

2022 May 04

China Airlines A321neo Makes Maiden Flight on Songshan-Haneda Prime Business Traveler Route

China Airlines’ new A321neo aircraft made its maiden flight on the Songhan-Tokyo (Haneda) route today (5/4). To celebrate the occasion with travelers, China Airlines partnered with Le Ruban Pâtisserie, a dessert shop renowned as Taiwan’s “Chanel of the Dessert World,” to serve Earls Melon Shortcake in Business Class and Lemon Glazed Cake in Economy Class...

2022 May 04

China Airlines participated in SkyTeam “The Sustainable Flight Challenge” and Launches Sustainability Demonstration Flights

China Airlines participated in “The Sustainable Flight Challenge” (TSFC) issued by SkyTeam today (5/4), selecting flight CI-753 from Taipei to Singapore as the sustainability demonstration flight...

2022 Mar 30

China Airlines Awarded Leadership Status by CDP Sustainable Fuels Used by A321neo Fleet on All Ferry Flights

China Airlines is committed to achieving “net zero carbon emissions” by 2050 to support international initiatives on carbon reduction...

2022 Mar 29

China Airlines Launches New Dynasty Sky Reading Service

China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, has upgraded its in-flight entertainment offering with its “Dynasty Sky Reading” e-book service. Travelers can now use smart phones and other personal electronic devices to download over a hundred newspapers...

2022 Mar 28

China Airlines Prepares for increased services from summer schedule onwards

As part of its continuous review of travel demand, China Airlines is planning to increase the number of passenger-carrying services in its summer schedule, starting with a 20%...

2022 Mar 27

China Airlines A321neo Makes Maiden Flight on Hong Kong Route Today and Introduction on the Songshan-Haneda Prime Business Traveler Route Planned

China Airlines’ all-new fleet of A321neo aircraft debuted on its first flight on the Taoyuan-Hong Kong route today (3/27). Two daily passenger or cargo-only return flights are scheduled as of today and the fleet will be progressively dispatched to other destinations including Yangon...

2022 Feb 15

China Airlines Awarded “Silver Class” in the 2022 Sustainability Yearbook and Named No.2 Airline in the World for the Second Year Running

China Airlines successfully promotes environmental and social sustainability and corporate governance (ESG). S&P Global, the international sustainability ratings agency, recently announced the results of the Sustainability Yearbook 2022...

2022 Jan 27

China Airlines Orders Four New Boeing 777F Freighters

Today (1/27) China Airlines announced to purchase four more new Boeing 777F freighters. The deliveries are slated to commence in 2023 and six 777F freighters have progressively entered service with China Airlines since 2020. Ordering four new aircraft will eventually bring the 777F freighter fleet to ten aircraft in total. This expansion of the 777F...

2022 Jan 11

China Airlines Cargo Sets Best Record in 2021 after 62 years in Operation

2021 proved a record-setting year for the China Airlines Cargo team. Even as the impact of COVID-19 was felt all around the world, China Airlines switched to a cargo-centric business model that put its fleet of 21 freighters to full...

2022 Jan 2

China Airlines Wins Top Prize at 2022 Rose Parade in the U.S.

The Rose Parade is acclaimed as one of the top three New Year festivals in the U.S. The 2022 Rose Parade was held with much fanfare in Pasadena, Los Angeles with China Airlines named...

2021 Dec 9

China Airlines Named Best Airline in North Asia by Global Traveler and Wins APEX 5-Star Award Again

China Airlines has been named the Best Airline in North Asia by Global Traveler, the well-known American travel magazine, again for the ninth time. The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) also named China Airlines the 2022 APEX Five Star Global Airline for the fifth year in a row...

2021 Nov 29

China Airlines Accepts Delivery of A321neo with Advanced High-Comfort Cabin and Contactless Protection

China Airlines received the delivery of its first A321neo passenger aircraft on November 29, Hamburg time. The new fleet emphasizes contactless service and enhanced epidemic...

2021 Nov 22

China Airlines Introduces New Wireless In-Flight Entertainment System for 737 Cabins

China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, announced on Nov 22 the introduction of the all new Fantasy Sky Wireless Entertainment System for its Boeing 737-800 fleet...

2021 Nov 17

China Airlines Recognized with Three Top Awards and Wins TCSA Award for the Eighth Consecutive Year

China Airlines has once again been recognized for its long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility and sustainability, winning three awards at the 2021 Global Corporate Sustainability Awards (GCSA) and Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards (TCSA) today (11/17). The world has taken notice of the company’s contribution to corporate responsibility as this marks the eighth consecutive year...

2021 Nov 15

China Airlines Included in DJSI for Sixth Consecutive Year and Takes 2nd Place in the Global Aviation Industry

The results of the 2021 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) were announced on November 13 and China Airlines set another new record by becoming the only Taiwanese transport company to be included in the “Dow Jones Sustainability Emerging Markets Index” for six consecutive years. Ranking 2nd place in the global aviation industry for the first time, China Airlines has heralded international recognition with its longstanding investment in sustainability.

2021 Oct 26

China Airlines Commits to Net-Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050

To heed the global call for carbon reduction, China Airlines has officially set its business operations target for “net-zero carbon emissions” by 2050. As the first airline in...

2021 Aug 17

China Airlines Joins IATA Travel Pass Trial to Further Enhance its Digital Pandemic Services

China Airlines is closely monitoring the latest developments in digital health platforms as part of its pandemic prevention program. On August 30, China Airlines will begin trialing the IATA Travel Pass launched by the International Air Transport Association to provide digital health verification. The IATA Travel Pass...

2021 Aug 16

China Airlines Targets Vaccine Transport and Sees Doubling in its Cold Chain Logistics Business

Leveraging its CEIV Pharma certification and years of freight transport experience, China Airlines carried out multiple missions transporting vaccines purchased by Taiwan. China Airlines also successfully bid for vaccine transshipments and transshipped multiple COVID-19 shipments recently. Growing global demand for cargo services saw the cold chain logistics business double in size...

2021 Jul 06

China Airlines Website Launches “Flysafe Information & Service” One-Stop Service Platform

China Airlines has upgraded its traveler service yet again by introducing the “Flysafe Information & Service” section on its corporate website. Services such as quarantine hotel and pick-up reservations, information on hospitals...

2021 Jun 01

China Airlines Press Release on COVID-19

In response to the activation of “Clearing Plan 2.0” by the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC), China Airlines plans to organize air crews into separate groups for rolling 14-day home quarantines. The airline is therefore not grounded and will continue flying...

2021 Apr 16

China Airlines Airlifts “Tiny Passengers” from Southern to Northern Hemisphere for the First Time

Taiwan-based China Airlines is a trusted, award-winning provider with professional cargo services. This month, it undertook the first transport of live bees...

2021 Apr 12

Aviation Enthusiasts Farewell the Queen of the Skies as China Airlines Retires 747 from Service

The last 747-400 passenger aircraft in Taiwan will soon enter retirement so a “Farewell My Queen” send-off party was held by China Airlines on the morning of April 12. Chairman Su-chien Hsieh and top executives from China Airlines along with a hundred Dynasty members and retired employees...

2021 Apr 04

China Airlines Delivers 199,200 Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine to Taiwan

China Airlines today (04/04) delivered 199,200 doses of AstraZeneca (AZ) vaccine from Amsterdam to Taiwan. As temperature control is critical to vaccine transport, the latest A350-900 passenger aircraft was dispatched by China Airlines to carry out the mission...

2021 Mar 20

China Airlines Farewells 747 with “Queen of the Skies” Micro-Trip

China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, will soon begin retiring the 747-400 passenger aircraft “Queen of the Skies” from service. The limited-edition final passenger-carrying...

2021 Mar 18

Shing-Hwang Kao Appointed President of China Airlines

The China Airlines Board of Directors met today (3/18) and approved the appointment of Mr. Shing-Hwang Kao as the new president of the Taiwan-based carrier...

2021 Feb 01

China Airlines Launches Ultra-Low Temperature Services down to -80°C with CEIV Pharma Certification

China Airlines is ranked among the top six cargo airlines in the world and is also the only airline in Taiwan to have obtained international pharmaceutical...

2021 Jan 28

China Airlines Releases First Climate-Related Financial Disclosure Report

China Airlines has issued its first “Climate-Related Financial Disclosure Report”. Expanding the scope of corporate risk management to encompass climate-related issues in accordance...

2021 Jan 03

China Airlines to Host Farewell Party Micro-Trip for the 747 Queen of the Skies on February 6

China Airlines began retiring its 747-400 passenger aircraft this year. A special “747 Queen of the Skies Farewell Party” one-day...

2020 Dec 14

China Airlines Readies First 777F for New Era in Cargo Services

China Airlines will celebrate its 61st anniversary on December 16. Its first 777F is also ready to enter service. The new 777F...

2020 Nov 18

China Airlines Wins Awards for Seventh Consecutive Year at the “Oscars” of Taiwan Corporate Sustainability

The results of the 2020 Global Corporate Sustainability Awards (GCSA) and Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards (TCSA)...

2020 Nov 17

China Airlines Ranked World’s No.3 Carrier for Sustainability by DJSI

China Airlines has been recognized by the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for its...

2020 Nov 11

China Airlines Livery Aircraft Showcases the Beauty of Taiwan to the World in 2021 Calendar

The new China Airlines 2021 calendar will showcase the diverse peoples and culture of...

2020 Sep 02

China Airlines to Increase Passenger Services for North America, Southeast Asia, Japan and Korea in October

China Airlines is continuing to assess travel demand as well as national border restrictions...

2020 Aug 31

CAL Meets with President of the Senate Delegation and Hopes for Closer Taiwan-Czech Ties

Mr. Su-chien Hsieh, Chairman of China Airlines, Taiwan’s flag carrier, met with a delegation...

2020 Aug 14

We Treasure Each Encounter

China Airlines is committed to providing you a safe and comfortable travel experience. Throughout every stage of your journey, we have implemented enhanced measures to ensure your safety...

2020 Jul 9

oneworld, SkyTeam and Star Alliance Come Together to Let Travelers Know They Can Fly With Confidence

The three global airline alliances, collectively representing over fifty percent of the world’s ....

2020 Jul 6

CAL Adjusts Post-Quarantine Services - “One Tray Hot Meals” Now Available

China Airlines is preparing for the post-quarantine period by continuing to adhere ....

2020 Jun 19

CAL Introducing Online Check-in for All Travelers from 6/22 to Enhance Quarantine Protection

China Airlines, Taiwan’s largest airlines, is remaining vigilant on the quarantine ....

2020 Apr 10

China Airlines Postpones Launch of Cebu Services to Oct 1 and Chiang Mai Services to Oct 29

In response to ongoing novel coronavirus epidemic and changes in travel demand, the launch date for China Airlines' Taipei (Taoyuan) – Cebu service has been postponed from June 12 ....

2020 Mar 22

CAL Group Suspends Carriage of Passengers Transiting through Taiwan due to Government Policy on ANTI-COVID -19

According to recent announcement of Taiwan's Government policy on ANTI- COVID-19, China Airlines Group (including China Airlines, Mandarin Airlines and Tigerair Taiwan) will....

2020 Mar 21

CHINA AIRLINES has immediately taken a forehead temperature before boarding and advised to wear face masks throughout the flight

In response to the continuing spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)...

2020 Feb 04

China Airlines Adds Dedicated "Novel Coronavirus Service Information" Section to Website for Consolidated Flights and Ticketing Inquiries

A dedicated "Novel Coronavirus Service Information" section has been added...

2020 Jan 06

China Airlines to Grow Southeast Asia Network by Adding Direct Flights to Chiang Mai from 6/23

Due to the strong outlook of the Southeast Asia travel market...

2020 Jan 02

China Airlines Wins Top Prize Again at 2020 Rose Parade

By the time when China Airlines is celebrating its 60th anniversary...