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China Airlines (IATA: CI, ICAO: CAL) is a TW airline and a member of the SkyTeam alliance.

China Airlines is Taiwan's flag carrier and a member of the SkyTeam alliance, operating from Taipei Taoyuan International Airport. The airline connects Taiwan to destinations across Asia, North America, Europe, and Oceania, serving as a key gateway for one of the world's most technologically advanced economies. China Airlines is the largest carrier at Taipei Taoyuan — Asia's 8th busiest airport.

Did you know? China Airlines flies the Taiwan flag as the national carrier and was the first airline to operate the Boeing 747SP (Special Performance) on ultra-long-haul Pacific routes in the 1970s.

China Airlines — Facts & Travel Tips

Key facts and practical tips for China Airlines passengers

Main Hubs
Taipei Taoyuan (TPE)
Founded
1959 — 67 years of service
Fleet Size
~95 aircraft
Airbus A321neo, Airbus A350, Boeing 737 MAX
Destinations
55+ destinations worldwide
Baggage Policy
Economy: 23-30kg checked bag depending on route. Business: 40kg. Carry-on: 7kg. Dynasty Flyer programme earns on SkyTeam partners.
Check-in Tips
China Airlines online check-in opens 48 hours before departure. Taipei Taoyuan International's Terminal 2 handles most China Airlines international departures.

How to Track China Airlines Flights

Tracking a China Airlines flight on Departra is simple. Enter your CI flight number in the search box above — for example, CI100 — and you will see the live status including:

  • Real-time aircraft position on an interactive map
  • Departure and arrival times with delay information
  • Gate and terminal assignments where available
  • Live weather at both departure and arrival airports
  • Aircraft type and altitude, speed, and heading data

Flight data typically becomes available 24 hours before the scheduled departure. For the most accurate information, check closer to your departure time.