Taiwan-based STARLUX Airlines inked a strategic codeshare agreement with Gulf carrier Etihad Airways, to enhancing connectivity across their respective networks.
The agreement is a major step for STARLUX’S international expansion with improved access to Europe via the Middle East.
Customers will soon be able to book codeshare flights with Etihad Airways, via STARLUX’s website and sales channels from Taipei to Europe via Abu Dhabi.
Travelers can also book itineraries departing from any STARLUX origin point, connecting to Etihad-operated codeshare flights to Abu Dhabi.
Onward European destinations via Etihad include Prague, Madrid, and Barcelona.
At the same time, Etihad passengers will enjoy streamlined access to STARLUX’s Asia-Pacific network with, connections via Taipei to key cities in Japan—including Nagoya, Sapporo, and Fukuoka.
“Our partnership is laying the foundation for future European routes,” said Simon Liu, Chief Strategy Officer of STARLUX Airlines.
“By leveraging Abu Dhabi’s role as a major hub, this codeshare allows us to rapidly extend our network into Europe.”
STARLUX currently operates 32 routes to 27 destinations in Asia and network North America.
On June 2, the airline launched its newest route to Ontario, California, with four weekly flights, strengthening its presence on the U.S. West Coast.
The airline also flies to LAX, San Francisco, and Seattle
In February 2026, STARLUX launches its fifth US destination to Phoenix, AZ.
