STARLUX launching Phoenix-Taipei route

Taiwan-based carrier STARLUX Airlines announced nonstop service from Phoenix, Arizona to Taipei, beginning January 15, 2026. This marks Phoenix’s first nonstop connection to Asia, establishing a new transpacific link from the state of Arizona. Reservations for the new Phoenix–Taipei route are now open. Fuelled by strong tourism and business demand—including accelerated growth in Phoenix’s tech sector following TSMC’s landmark investment—STARLUX is seizing this opportunity to expand its North American network and strengthen its hub network between Asia and North America. The Phoenix-Taipei route will be served by the new-generation Airbus A350, with three weekly flights at launch, increasing to four weekly flights starting March 2026. Flight No. Route Days of Operation Departure Time Arrival Time JX025 Phoenix-Taipei Tue, Thu, Sun (Starting Mar 2026: Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun) 22:45 04:55+2 JX026 Taipei-Phoenix 20:45 17:40 Note: Refer to the STARLUX Airlines website for schedules and related information. “We are honoured to launch the first nonstop flight connecting Arizona and Asia,” said STARLUX CEO Glenn Chai. “As the fifth-largest city in the U.S., Phoenix presents tremendous potential for both business and leisure travel. From its rich tourism offerings to its emergence as a hub for innovation and technology, the city continues to attract global attention–especially with the influx of leading tech companies. TSMC’s presence has further encouraged the development of surrounding industries and deepened the exchange between Taiwan and Phoenix. This new route will meet the growing travel demand between the two regions and reinforces STARLUX commitment to fostering meaningful connections across the Pacific.” “Phoenix’s place as a premier American city is further cemented today with STARLUX Airline’s new Phoenix to Taipei nonstop service now being available for purchase,” Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said. “This a testament to our market’s international business growth and Phoenix Sky Harbor being one of the most well-run airports in the world.” For travelers across the Southwest, the new nonstop Phoenix–Taipei route eliminates lengthy layovers in Los Angeles or San Francisco, offering a more direct, comfortable connection to Asia. Whether traveling for business, leisure, or family visits, passengers can now enjoy a seamless long-haul experience aboard STARLUX’s signature luxury service. For inbound travelers from Asia, Phoenix serves as a vibrant gateway to the American Southwest—renowned for its dramatic desert landscapes, year-round sunshine, and proximity to iconic destinations like the Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, and Horseshoe Bend. As a growing hub for innovation, culture, and hospitality, Phoenix offers an unforgettable blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. STARLUX Airlines currently operates 10 weekly flights between Los Angeles and Taipei, alongside daily service connecting Taipei with both San Francisco and Seattle. For Ontario, California, STARLUX offers four weekly departures. As STARLUX continues to expand its North American network, passengers will enjoy more seamless connections to major Asian cities via Taipei. For Editorial Inquiries Contact: Editor Matt Driskill at [email protected] For Advertising Inquiries Contact: Head of Sales Kay Rolland at [email protected]