China Airlines Partners with Southwest for Seamless US Connections
New interline agreement expands access across North America
A Strategic Step Toward Better Trans-Pacific Travel
Taiwan-based China Airlines (CAL) is enhancing its US offerings through a new partnership with Southwest Airlines. This interline agreement connects CAL’s trans-Pacific network with Southwest’s vast domestic flight map.
Travelers can now fly non-stop from Taiwan to the US West Coast and connect to over 30 US cities. Four shared gateways—Los Angeles, Ontario (CA), San Francisco, and Seattle—anchor this collaborative route network.
Southwest: A Powerful Partner Across the States
Southwest Airlines operates the fourth-largest fleet globally and leads US domestic travel by passenger volume. Its broad flight frequency and nationwide presence make it the ideal partner for China Airlines’ inland expansion.
Southwest’s reach includes top destinations like Las Vegas, Dallas, Houston, Denver, Atlanta, and Chicago. Popular holiday locations such as Florida are also accessible through this new interline agreement.
A Smoother Journey with One Itinerary
Soon, passengers can book both airlines under a single ticket. One booking means one check-in and baggage that travels directly to the final destination—no airport stress. This simplifies complex itineraries and makes traveling across the Pacific and through the US more convenient.
Boosting CAL’s Presence in North America
China Airlines already offers direct service to Los Angeles, Ontario, San Francisco, Seattle, New York, and Vancouver. The Southwest partnership allows CAL to extend its reach toward the Midwest and East Coast seamlessly. This strategic cooperation strengthens CAL’s goal of building a truly global, connected network.
Looking Ahead
China Airlines is actively building more airline partnerships to improve global connectivity. Its link with Southwest is a key move toward more efficient, accessible, and passenger-friendly trans-Pacific travel.
As international travel evolves, CAL remains focused on delivering a world-class, seamless flying experience.