Growing the North American Network to 98 Weekly Flights in Ten Gateways

EVA Air will start a new route from Taipei to Washington, D.C. on June 26 this year, offering four flights each week. With this new route, EVA Air’s North American network will grow to include 10 gateways, two of which will feature the new fourth-generation Premium Economy class and increase the total weekly flights to 98. This makes EVA Air the airline with the most destinations and the largest flight network from Taiwan to North America.

“North America has long been a key strategic market for EVA Air,” said EVA Air President Clay Sun. “Following the launch of our Dallas-Fort Worth route last year, which made us the only airline in Asia to serve two destinations in Texas, we are further expanding our U.S. network with nonstop service to Washington, D.C. This strengthens our presence on the East Coast and allows us to better serve one of the nation’s most influential markets, home to the political heart of the U.S. and a high concentration of global enterprises.” President Clay Sun added, “The addition of the Washington, D.C. route strengthens our North American network, while providing passengers with more flexible, efficient, and comfortable travel options.”

The Taipei–Washington, D.C. route will be operated by Boeing 787-9 aircraft featuring a three-class configuration: Royal Laurel Class, Economy Class, and the new fourth-generation Premium Economy Class. EVA Air’s Premium Economy class offers the industry’s largest seat pitch, elevating the design concept from an “upgraded economy” standard to a “business-class-like” experience. The airline aims to offer a refined, comfortable cabin experience, further strengthening its comprehensive three-class service offerings.

The flight schedule is as follows:

Taipei-Washington, D.C. BR04 1.3.5.6 19:30 22:30
Washington, D.C.-Taipei BR03 2.4.6.7 01:50 05:45+1
*Actual flight times are subject to the official announcements on the website.

Washington, D.C. is the seventh-largest metropolitan area in the .United States and is located within the broader National Capital Region, one of the three largest population centers in the country, with a robust population and a high concentration of top-tier talent and high-net-worth individuals. As the nation’s capital, the city is a hub of economic activity, serving as headquarters for numerous multinational corporations, non-governmental organizations, and international institutions, reflecting strong potential demand for premium air travel. In addition, Washington, D.C.’s rich cultural and historical attractions, along with its world-renowned Smithsonian museums, make it an appealing destination for academic exchange, artistic exploration, and leisure travel.

“We extend a warm welcome to EVA Air and their new service to Washington Dulles International Airport,” said Chryssa Westerlund, executive vice president and chief revenue officer of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority. “This new nonstop flight will significantly reduce existing travel times between Taipei and Washington, D.C. In addition, EVA Air will offer travelers seamless connections across Asia from their global hub at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. This flight is estimated to generate more than $61 million in annual economic impact to the U.S. National Capital region. Today’s announcement supports Washington Dulles’ position as the international gateway to Washington, D.C.”

Following the launch of the Washington, D.C. route, passengers can connect seamlessly through EVA Air’s ten nonstop North American gateways, which include Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, New York, Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, Chicago, Vancouver, and Toronto. Through partnerships with Star Alliance members such as Air Canada, United Airlines, Avianca, and Copa Airlines, as well as cooperation with Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Hawaiian Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and WestJet, EVA Air’s network extends to more than 200 destinations throughout the Americas.

EVA Air has launched a new group tour service, “9-Day Eastern U.S. Highlights,” in collaboration with leading travel agencies, leveraging its exclusive Washington, D.C. route alongside its New York service. The itinerary connects Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, the Amish countryside, Atlantic City, and New York City, offering a seamless way to experience the U.S. East Coast. This innovative program delivers one of the most efficient Eastern U.S. travel options in the market and redefines travel quality through optimized routing and carefully curated destinations. (This tour product is exclusively available in Taiwan.)

North American travelers can also take advantage of EVA Air’s extensive Asian network, with convenient connections via Taiwan to major cities across Asia. By linking Asia and the Americas through a highly efficient hub and delivering award-winning five-star service, EVA Air continues to provide a premium and reliable travel experience for passengers worldwide.
Travelers can learn more about EVA Air’s routes and services and book flights at www.evaair.com.

About EVA Air:
A Star Alliance member, EVA Air was founded in 1989 as Taiwan’s first privately owned international airline. It is an affiliated company to global container-shipping leader Evergreen Line. It flies a fleet of more than 80 Boeing and Airbus aircraft to around 60 international destinations throughout Asia, Oceania, Europe, and North America. Travelers can learn more about EVA and schedules, book, and buy tickets at www.evaair.com.

EVA Air ranks eighth among AirlineRatings.com’s “Top 25 Safest Full-Service Airlines for 2026”. This marks the airline’s 13th consecutive year of earning a place among the website’s global ratings for the safest airlines worldwide. EVA Air is also the only carrier from Taiwan to be selected among the world’s top ten safest airlines, highlighting its long-term commitment and outstanding achievements in flight safety.

Since its founding in 1989, EVA Air has maintained an outstanding safety record with no major accidents. From the beginning, the airline has consistently prioritized flight safety and exceptional service, earning awards and accolades from organizations around the globe year after year.

“Flight safety is the most important and non-negotiable core value of EVA Air,” said EVA President Clay Sun. “Being recognized by AirlineRatings.com for 13 consecutive years is the greatest encouragement and honor for all our employees who have consistently upheld a strong safety culture and rigorously implemented standard operating procedures. We will continue to enhance our safety management systems and strengthen risk prevention mechanisms to provide passengers with the safest and most reliable flying experience.”

AirlineRatings.com is an internationally recognized aviation rating organization. Its evaluation criteria cover a wide range of stringent indicators, including flight safety records, fleet age, international safety audits, pilot training, maintenance standards, and operational management, ensuring a high level of professionalism and credibility.

The results of the safety evaluation not only affirm EVA Air’s efforts in flight safety but also encourage all employees of EVA Air to continue to uphold the highest standards, forge ahead, and continue to move towards the goal of being the safest airline in the world. The airline continues to upgrade and improve its services; these efforts and investments are part of EVA’s commitment to making passengers’ flying experiences more comfortable and enjoyable. Travelers can learn more about EVA’s award-winning services, its global route system and book flights at www.evaair.com.

About EVA Air:
A Star Alliance member, EVA Air was founded in 1989 as Taiwan’s first privately owned international airline. It is an affiliated company of global container-shipping leader Evergreen Line. It flies a fleet of nearly 90 Boeing and Airbus aircraft to around 60 international destinations throughout Asia, Oceania, Europe, and North America. Travelers can learn more about EVA and schedules, book, and buy tickets at www.evaair.com.

This Partnership Now Connects Travelers to More Routes with Greater Flexibility

EVA Air and Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE:LUV) have entered a new interline agreement effective immediately. This collaboration now connects EVA Air passengers in four key cities: Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), Seattle (SEA), and Chicago (ORD) to other cities in the United States with Southwest Airlines’ extensive network. The partnership expands connectivity across the United States and provides travelers with increased convenience and access to a wider range of destinations.

This strategic agreement creates an integrated network across the participating gateway airports of both airlines. Passengers can now book a single itinerary including flights operated by both carriers, with coordinated ticketing and through-checked baggage service to their final destination. Travelers will also receive boarding passes for all segments of their journey at the first point of departure, making connections more straightforward and efficient.

“This partnership positions EVA Air for long-term growth in an evolving market by combining resources with Southwest Airlines,” said EVA Air America Head Office Executive Vice President Andrew Su. “Together, we’re streamlining operations, connecting with a broader range of travelers, and responding more swiftly to changing market needs. Beyond simply adding flight options, we are dedicated to reimagining how we serve our passengers and providing travel experiences that are more personalized, more flexible, and thoughtfully designed around their needs.”

“Our relationship with EVA Air brings new opportunities for access between Asia and the United States through our unmatched domestic network,” said Southwest Airlines Chief Operating Officer, Andrew Watterson. “We’re grateful for this new partnership and the additional dimension it brings to our ongoing work to bring more choice in travel experiences with global reach.”

Beyond facilitating travel logistics, this interline partnership aims to offer competitive fares and broaden access in key routes, enhancing transpacific options for travelers throughout the United States. Now in effect, tickets are available through EVA Air’s website, booking platforms, or major travel agency platforms. Through a unified booking process, customers can access interconnected networks that link major cities in the U.S. and Asia, unlocking new travel opportunities. Through its key U.S. gateways in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and Chicago, the partnership connects customers with Southwest Airlines flights to more than 30 destinations, including Denver, Las Vegas, Nashville, Tampa, Baltimore, and more.

EVA Air currently offers 89 weekly flights to major cities in the U.S. and Canada, making it the Taiwanese airline with the most destinations and frequent flights in North America. By the end of the year, this number will reach 94 weekly flights. Through our partnership with Southwest Airlines, passengers will have access to more than 100 cities across the United States, delivering comprehensive air services to a global customer base.

For more information on EVA Air’s routes and to book flights, please visit www.evaair.com.

ABOUT EVA AIR:
A Star Alliance member, EVA Air was founded in 1989 as Taiwan’s first privately owned international airline. EVA Air is also an affiliated company to global container-shipping leader Evergreen Line. It flies a fleet of more than 80 Boeing and Airbus aircraft to around 60 international destinations throughout Asia, Oceania, Europe, and North America, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, Houston, Chicago, New York, Vancouver, Toronto, and Dallas-Fort Worth starting on October 3, 2025. The airline continues to expand its global network through strategic alliances and interline agreements, reinforcing its presence in the North American market. EVA Air’s partnerships include a codeshare agreement with Star Alliance members Air Canada (AC), Avianca (AV), Copa Airlines (CM), and United Airlines (UA), as well as collaborations with major carriers such as Alaska Airlines (AS), JetBlue Airways (B6), Hawaiian Airlines (HA), Sun Country Airlines (SY), and WestJet (WS).