China Airlines (CI) is Taiwan’s flag carrier and a SkyTeam member, flying direct from Jakarta (CGK), Surabaya (SUB), and Denpasar (DPS) to Taipei Taoyuan (TPE). Economy roundtrip starts around IDR 6.2 million (~USD 400) with a 30kg baggage allowance. No formal Umrah product — it’s a Taiwan-focused mudik, VFR (visiting family), and PMI Taiwan option.
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At a glance
- IATA / ICAO: CI / CAL
- Country: Taiwan · Alliance: SkyTeam
- Hub: Taipei Taoyuan (TPE)
- Brand strength in Indonesia: 6/10
Routes from Indonesia
| Route | Frequency | Starts from (RT) |
|---|---|---|
| CGK-TPE | Daily | IDR 6.2 million (~USD 400) |
| SUB-TPE | 4x weekly | IDR 7.1 million (~USD 460) |
| DPS-TPE | 3x weekly | IDR 8.5 million (~USD 550) |
Profile
China Airlines is Taiwan’s oldest carrier, founded in 1959, and is the SkyTeam counterpart to Star Alliance’s EVA Air. For Indonesian travelers, CI is most relevant on the PMI Taiwan corridor, family-visit traffic, and Lebaran / Imlek mudik. Its 30kg economy baggage matches EVA but undercuts AirAsia / Scoot pay-per-kg LCC pricing. On-time performance is roughly 85% (KDEI Taipei, 2025), with halal MOML meal available on request.
Umrah / special packages
China Airlines does not offer a dedicated Umrah package. For pilgrims transiting Taipei onward to Jeddah, expect a multi-segment routing that adds IDR 12–15 million (~USD 780–980) versus direct CGK-JED on Saudia or Garuda. Indonesian Customs (PMK 203/2017) caps personal allowance at 32kg; declare zamzam at arrival.
Baggage — economy + zamzam
| Class | Allowance | Excess |
|---|---|---|
| Economy | 30kg | IDR 450k/kg (~USD 30) |
| Business | 40kg | Included |
No Umrah baggage uplift. Customs updates at beacukai.go.id.
Comparison for Indonesian travelers
CI is solid for families visiting Taiwan via the SkyTeam network — 30kg beats AirAsia (0kg base) and matches EVA. Pricing is typically 5–10% cheaper than EVA in low season but slightly more expensive at peak Imlek. In-flight entertainment includes Indonesian-language options. PMI Taiwan workers can use SUB-TPE for cheaper fares than CGK-TPE (KP2MI 2025 data).
FAQ
Q: Can I bring Taiwan food souvenirs back to Indonesia?
A: Yes, total value up to USD 500 per family is duty-free per PMK 203/2017 (see beacukai.go.id).
Q: Halal meals on CI?
A: Yes — request MOML during booking or via call center at least 24 hours before departure.
Q: Transit visa for Taiwan?
A: Not required if you stay airside and transit under 24 hours. For longer connections check with the Taipei Economic and Trade Office in Indonesia.
Q: Can I combine baggage allowance for a family?
A: No, allowance is per passenger, but you can rebalance weight between bags at the check-in counter.
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Published by SkyIndoFly Editorial Team. Last verified: May 2026.