STARLUX Airlines expands US codeshare deal with Alaska Airlines

On September 30, 2025, Taiwan-based carrier STARLUX Airlines unveiled the next phase of its developing codeshare partnership with Alaska Airlines. The company announced it would be adding 12 new US cities to its codeshare network, thereby bringing its growing North American network to 20 destinations linked via direct flights to Taipei.

The new expanded codeshare arrangement will see the additional 12 cities served by Alaska Airlines linked to STARLUX operations to Taipei’s Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) through San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).

The newly added codeshare cities include Minneapolis, Atlanta, Tampa, Anchorage, Raleigh-Durham, Orlando, Washington Dulles, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Spokane, and Boise, linked to STALUX flights from Seattle, while Newark will be linked to San Francisco for onward STARLUX flights to Asia.

STARLUX Airlines According to an airline statement, “The enhanced agreement offers US travelers streamlined booking, coordinated check-in, and smooth transfers through Alaska’s domestic network and STARLUX’s international gateways in San Francisco and Seattle.”

“Whether traveling for business, family, or leisure, STARLUX and Alaska Airlines’ expanded partnership opens up easy access to STARLUX’s premium service and growing Asia network—making Taipei a launchpad for travel across the region.”

The 12 new cities join eight others already linked to the STARLUX/Alaska Airlines codeshare agreement. These include Salt Lake City, San Diego, Phoenix, Portland, Las Vegas, Dallas, Denver, and Austin, all of which have been served under the agreement since the end of 2024, all connected via either Seattle or San Francisco, and reflecting STARLUX’s expanded US gateway strategy. 

GCMap.com“Alaska Airlines has always been an important partner for STARLUX,” stated STARLUX CEO Glenn Chai. “This new chapter in our partnership not only strengthens our North American network but also gives travelers more flexibility and efficiency when flying to Taipei and beyond. COSMILE (frequent flyer) members can now even redeem mileage on Alaska flights—making every journey smoother, smarter, and more rewarding,” he added.

Alex Judson, Managing Director of Partnerships & International at Alaska Airlines, stated: “We’re excited to expand our collaboration with STARLUX to connect even more of our network to its long-haul service from Taipei. With seamless access through Seattle and San Francisco, this next phase strengthens our shared commitment to offering travelers more choice, convenience, and premium service across the Pacific.” 

STARLUX currently operates 33 routes to 29 destinations, including a significant regional network across Asia and long-haul service to Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and Ontario (California). In addition to its expanded codeshare with Alaska Airlines, STARLUX also partners with American Airlines.

Also partnering with American Airlines

Following the announcement of its new nonstop flights from Phoenix in  Arizona to Taipei starting on January 15, 2025, the carrier signed a new commercial partnership with American Airlines in August 2025. With this new partnership, passengers on both airlines will be offered more convenient access to more routes connecting North America and Taipei through air services offered by the two partner airlines.

STARLUX AirlinesThe new interline partnership between STARLUX and American Airlines aims to create “enhanced convenience for travelers, offering single-ticket booking and through-checked luggage between American’s extensive North American network and STARLUX’s transpacific and Asian routes. Passengers can easily connect to Taipei from numerous American cities, including New York, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago, Charlotte, Miami, Dallas-Fort Worth, Mexico City, and more,” said a STARLUX statement.

“As STARLUX continues to grow its route network, it remains committed to leveraging strategic partnerships to enhance global competitiveness and deliver a seamless travel experience across North America. The airline will also pursue additional interline agreements for passenger and cargo services, building a more comprehensive and connected global network,” concluded the airline’s statement.

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