STARLUX Airlines, a global partner of Alaska Airlines, is offering luxury transpacific travel with new flights between Seattle and Taipei providing world-class service and amenities marking STARLUX’s third nonstop US destination from Taipei, alongside Los Angeles and San Francisco
The airline has deployed STARLUX’s next-generation Airbus A350 on the Seattle–Taipei route. The aircraft features four cabins – First (4 seats), business class (26 seats), premium economy (36 seats), and economy (240 seats) – giving passengers numerous options for the 6,000+ mile flight.
Guests on STARLUX enjoy luxury service on transpacific routes including curated in-cabin aromatherapy and Michelin-rated meals. A private space with a sliding door and seats with full-flat and Zero-G mode for full relaxation greet travelers in first and business classes. Extra-legroom and 40-inch RECARO seats with leg rest and footrest bar are hallmarks of premium economy. And seats built for the utmost comfort with leather headrests and wide seat pitch are featured in the economy. All guests have seatback entertainment featuring 4K personal large screens.
To enjoy an at-home experience in the air, STARLUX flights provide exquisite dining including Taiwanese signature dishes and amenities prepared for all-class passengers, who can pre-order their meals online so they can enjoy the meals they want.
The carrier will operate this route three times a week, connecting to numerous destinations from Taipei.
Emphasizing the significance of the Seattle expansion, Glenn Chai, chief executive, of STARLUX says: “Seattle is not just our latest destination, it’s a pivotal milestone in our US expansion strategy. For the first time, thanks to our esteemed partner Alaska Airlines, we can connect passengers from over 100 U.S. cities via the West Coast to Asia Pacific. We’re thrilled to bridge continents, expand travel options, and deliver exceptional service to our customers.”
STARLUX launched its first transpacific service between Taipei and Los Angeles in April 2023. Then in December 2023, STARLUX began service between Taipei and San Francisco. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Seattle are gateway airports for Alaska
