TransAsia Airways

TransAsia Airways was a Taiwanese regional carrier that primarily operated domestic services within Taiwan and short‑haul international flights around East and Southeast Asia, positioning itself for short‑ to medium‑haul travel rather than long‑haul intercontinental services.

The airline ceased operations and its air operator certificate was surrendered in 2016; it no longer operates flights or sells tickets, and travelers should book with other carriers for travel to and within Taiwan.

Where TransAsia Flies (when operating)

From its bases at Taipei Songshan (TSA) and Taiwan Taoyuan (TPE) the airline focused on domestic routes across Taiwan and short‑haul international services to nearby cities in China, Japan and Southeast Asia while it was operating. Songshan emphasized convenient city‑center connections and short hops, with Taoyuan handling larger international services; the carrier is no longer operating and its former routes are now served by other Taiwanese and regional airlines.

Hubs

• Taipei Songshan International Airport · TSA
• Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport · TPE

Aircraft and Cabin Classes

When operating, TransAsia deployed a mix of turboprop aircraft for short island and regional hops and jet aircraft for longer regional services; cabin offerings were generally economy on most aircraft with a business-class or premium seat option on some medium‑haul jets. Travelers should not expect a dedicated long‑haul premium product and seating configurations followed typical short‑ and medium‑haul layouts.

Tips for Flying TransAsia Airways

• TransAsia Airways ceased operations in 2016 and no longer sells flights, so do not attempt to book travel with this carrier.
• If you still hold a ticket issued by TransAsia, contact your travel agent, the ticket-issuing airline or your credit card company promptly about refunds or chargebacks.
• For domestic travel in Taiwan and short regional connections, compare services from China Airlines, EVA Air and the island’s low-cost carriers which now cover many former TransAsia routes.
• Use Taipei Songshan (TSA) for downtown Taipei and short regional hops and Taiwan Taoyuan (TPE) for most international departures when planning an itinerary.