China Airlines, a Taiwan-based carrier, continues to strengthen its presence in southern Taiwan with the launch of exclusive Kaohsiung-Takamatsu charter flights. The first flight on September 17 marks an important milestone as the new service becomes the only nonstop air route connecting southern Taiwan with Japan’s Shikoku region, revitalizing air travel for southern Taiwan and providing travelers with more flying options.

The A321neo now operating out of Kaohsiung, is the latest addition to the China Airlines fleet. The aircraft is configured for two classes - Premium Economy and Economy - and will be assigned to the regular Manila and Okinawa routes, as well as the Takamatsu charter flights. The Kaohsiung-Takamatsu charter flight flies every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday. The CI7760 outbound flight will take off at 06:35 from Kaohsiung Airport and arrive at Takamatsu in Japan at 10:30 local time. The CI7761 inbound flight will take off from Takamatsu at 11:50 and return to Kaohsiung at 13:55 local time. Travelers can explore iconic attractions such as the Seto Inland Sea, Shodoshima, and Kotohira Shrine, all within a single journey. Combined with Kagawa Prefecture's rich tourism resources and convenient direct access to the Shikoku region, the new route offers travelers from southern Taiwan an exciting new option for visiting Japan.

China Airlines is bringing the local cuisine of Takamatsu to the skies through a partnership with The Chelsea Breath Hotel in Kagawa. Seafood from the Seto Inland Sea and local ingredients sourced from Kagawa will be featured in four specialty bento meals on flights from Takamatsu to Kaohsiung, including Seasoned Steam Rice with Whitebait, Shio Koji Sea Bream Claypot Rice, Sea Eel Combo Rice Bowl, and Seasoned Steamed Rice with Vegan Tofu Burger & Maitake Mushroom. China Airlines will showcase the seasonal flavors of Kagawa through specially curated bento meals. Featuring dishes that change with the seasons, the rotating menu offers passengers an opportunity to discover the distinctive culinary culture of Shikoku and Kagawa while onboard. Tour packages based on the charter route are now on sale through partner travel agencies. Travelers are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to plan their own exciting itinerary for Shikoku.

Kaohsiung-Seoul (Gimpo) Route Arriving in October

China Airlines continues to strengthen its Kaohsiung network to better service travelers in southern Taiwan. On September 17, the Kaohsiung-Okinawa route will become a daily service. China Airlines will also launch its new Kaohsiung-Seoul (Gimpo) service on October 1, operating three flights per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Together with the existing four weekly Kaohsiung-Seoul (Incheon) flights, the expanded schedule will provide daily connectivity between Kaohsiung and Korea. China Airlines flights from Kaohsiung now fly to 16 major cities across Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia and other destinations, making it the leading Taiwanese airline at Kaohsiung airport with more than 80 flights each week. New routes and high-quality services are constantly being introduced for travelers departing from Kaohsiung, creating a more extensive network that makes China Airlines the preferred Taiwanese airline in southern Taiwan. (2026/09/17)

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