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China Airlines is Taiwan's flag carrier, founded in 1959, based at Taipei Taoyuan and a member of the SkyTeam alliance.
China Airlines overview
China Airlines was founded in 1959 and is the flag carrier of Taiwan (Republic of China). It is the parent of the China Airlines Group, which also includes low-cost subsidiary Tigerair Taiwan, and it is a member of SkyTeam. The airline operates a passenger and cargo fleet of roughly 85 aircraft, including Airbus A350s and Boeing 777-300ERs, and it runs a sizeable freighter operation.
From Taipei Taoyuan, China Airlines flies to Asia, North America, Europe and Oceania. Passenger destinations include Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, New York JFK, Ontario (California), Phoenix and Vancouver in North America, and Amsterdam, Frankfurt, London Heathrow, Prague, Rome and Vienna in Europe. It also serves Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Auckland.
| IATA code | CI |
|---|---|
| Country | Taiwan |
| Main hub | Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) |
| Alliance | SkyTeam |
| Founded | 1959 |
- ICAO code
- CAL
- Cabins
- Premium Business · Premium Economy · Economy
- Official website
- china-airlines.com
Where China Airlines flies
China Airlines runs a hub network from Taipei Taoyuan covering Asia, North America, Europe and Oceania, backed by a large cargo network. Its passenger long-haul flights focus on the US West Coast, New York and a group of European capitals.
Popular China Airlines routes
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Destination guides for China Airlines travelers
Bali
Temples, rice terraces, surf and sunsets on Indonesia's island of the gods, reached via Singapore, Hong Kong, Seoul or Taipei.
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Bangkok
Glittering temples, river boats, legendary street food, and one-stop connections via Tokyo, Taipei, Hong Kong or Seoul.
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Amsterdam
Canals, Golden Age art and bike-friendly streets, with nonstops from across North America and a fast train from Schiphol.
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Los Angeles
Beaches, studios and world-class museums spread across a sunny basin, served by LAX plus handy Burbank and Long Beach airports.
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New York
Three airports, 24-hour subway, and five boroughs of museums, Broadway, parks and food that never runs out of new corners to explore.
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United States
Flights to United States
Explore United States →China Airlines baggage policy
China Airlines sets baggage allowances by fare, cabin and route, so the same flight can include different allowances on different tickets. Your exact allowance is shown with the fare before you pay, and our agents can add bags at the airline’s published rate when they issue your ticket. See our extra baggage service for details.
China Airlines cancellation policy
What happens when you cancel a China Airlines ticket depends on the fare rules attached to it, which you see before booking. Tickets bought for travel to or from the US generally allow a free cancellation within 24 hours of booking when the flight is at least seven days away; after that, flexible fares may be refundable and others may convert to credit or be non-refundable. If China Airlines cancels your flight, you are entitled to a refund. Our cancellation desk reviews your ticket free of charge.
China Airlines date change policy
Whether a China Airlines ticket can be changed, and for what fee, depends on its fare rules; you will usually pay any fare difference. We compare the options before you commit. More on our date change service.
China Airlines check-in information
Check-in times and methods for China Airlines vary by airport and route, including online, app and airport check-in. For international departures from the US, plan to arrive about three hours before departure, and confirm the exact deadlines in your booking confirmation.
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China Airlines — frequently asked questions
How do I book China Airlines flights through Flybrio?
Search live fares on this page, or call +1 (866) 290-4747 and a flight expert will compare China Airlines with the other airlines on your route and price your trip.
Which alliance is China Airlines in?
China Airlines is a member of SkyTeam, so eligible flights can be credited to partner programmes within that alliance.
Is China Airlines the same as Air China?
No. China Airlines is based in Taiwan with its hub at Taipei Taoyuan, while Air China is a separate mainland Chinese airline based in Beijing.
What cabins does China Airlines offer?
On its long-haul fleet China Airlines generally sells business, premium economy and economy; the exact products vary by aircraft type.
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