STARLUX Airlines adds Seattle as its third North American destination

Seattle officially became STARLUX Airlines’ third destination in North America on August 16, 2024, following successful launches in Los Angeles and San Francisco in 2023. The Taiwan-based luxury airline continues its rapid expansion since its formation in 2018.

Building a Luxury Brand in the Sky

Founded with a focus on redefining the flying experience, STARLUX Airlines started operations with routes to Macau, Penang, and Da Nang in 2020. The airline’s Airbus A350-900 aircraft, used on trans-Pacific routes, offers exceptional comfort with four service cabins:

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Building a Luxury Brand in the Sky Connecting Asia and Seattle Partnership with Alaska Airlines Welcome Ceremony Highlights Future Prospects and Aspirations

First-Class Suites – 4 ultraluxe seats
Business Class Pods – 26 private spaces
Premium Economy – 36 spacious recliners
Economy – 240 ergonomically designed seats

On top of North American ventures, STARLUX serves 23 Asian destinations using its state-of-the-art fleet, including the Airbus A321neo, A330neo, and A350 aircraft.

Connecting Asia and Seattle

Airline staff welcome inbound flight — *Airline staff waiting to greet the incoming STARLUX flight at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.*

STARLUX’s new Seattle route will initially operate three flights a week, with plans to expand to daily service by early 2025. This new addition brings SEA’s international portfolio to a remarkable 53 nonstop routes, served by 27 airlines.

Partnership with Alaska Airlines

STARLUX and Alaska Airlines partnership — *STARLUX Airlines and Alaska Airlines are codeshare partners, enabling seamless travel and loyalty benefits.*

Building on its vision of seamless connectivity, STARLUX signed a codeshare agreement with Alaska Airlines in 2023. This strategic partnership allows loyalty program members from both airlines to earn and redeem points on each other’s flights. In addition, passengers can book connecting itineraries with a single ticket, simplifying travel logistics.

Welcome Ceremony Highlights

STARLUX CEO Glenn Chai and Port of Seattle Commissioner Sam Cho exchanging gifts. — *STARLUX CEO Glenn Chai (left) exchanges gifts with Port of Seattle Commissioner Sam Cho during the welcome ceremony.*

Traditional drummers celebrating the inaugural flight. — *A festive welcome ceremony included traditional drummers, demonstrating cultural vibrancy.*

The inaugural flight was met with a celebratory event, featuring Seattle’s VIPs and traditional entertainment. A ribbon-cutting ceremony added a touch of history to the milestone occasion, symbolizing a bright future for this new route.

Future Prospects and Aspirations

STARLUX cargo containers — *Even STARLUX’s cargo containers shine, underlining their commitment to quality and attention to detail.*

STARLUX Airlines, powered by state-of-the-art Rolls Royce XWB engines, aims to meet growing demand for luxury and convenience. SEA passengers now have another premium choice for trans-Pacific travel. The STARLUX team expressed hopes for providing even more exciting updates as they continue to expand globally.