transpacific · 13h 30m · 10,920 km

Los Angeles to Taipei

3 airlines · 3 aircraft ranked

In business class, STARLUX's Business Class (A350-900) leads the field with a 8.2/10.In premium economy, EVA Air's Premium Economy (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 5.4/10.

How we score → Last updated June 2026

Quick pick

Best business class:strong pick

Fly STARLUX. It has a private suite and a door for privacy.

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best premium economy:close call

Fly EVA Air. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.

If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.

Best economy:close call

Fly China Airlines. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.

If prices are similar, go with this one.

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Business ClassSTARLUX · Airbus A350-900 · 2022 cabinBest on route
Suite with door · 1-2-1 · 44" pitchReliablePremium farePoints: Alaska Mileage Plan
Free Wi-Fi + Suite with door + Full power outlets
8.2
Excellent
Seat 8.0·Amenity 8.5
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Premium Business ClassChina Airlines · Boeing 777-300ER · 2014 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 78" pitch · Paid Wi-FiReliablePoints: Chase UR, Amex MR
7.1
Very good
Seat 6.8·Amenity 7.5
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Royal Laurel ClassEVA Air · Boeing 777-300ER · 2017 cabin
Lie-flat · 1-2-1 · 43" pitch · Paid Wi-FiReliable
6.8
Good
Seat 6.0·Amenity 7.9

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Data verified June 2026

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Route insights

  • In business class, STARLUX's Business Class (A350-900) leads the field with a 8.2/10.
  • In premium economy, EVA Air's Premium Economy (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 5.4/10.
  • In economy, China Airlines's Economy (777-300ER) edges out the field with a 5.0/10.
  • STARLUX is the only carrier offering first class on this route, scoring 7.9/10.

Frequently asked

Which is better in business: STARLUX or EVA Air on LAX-TPE?

Business Class (STARLUX Airlines, A350-900) beats Royal Laurel Class (EVA Air, 777-300ER) in business, scoring 8.2/10 vs 6.8. The deciding factor: a closed suite door vs an open cabin.

Which is better in premium economy: STARLUX or EVA Air on LAX-TPE?

Premium Economy (STARLUX Airlines, A350-900) and Premium Economy (EVA Air, 777-300ER) score virtually the same in premium economy: 5.3 vs 5.4/10. The biggest gap is seat width — 19.5"-wide seats vs 19" — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.

Which is better in economy: STARLUX or EVA Air on LAX-TPE?

Economy (STARLUX Airlines, A350-900) edges out Economy (EVA Air, 777-300ER) in economy, scoring 4.5/10 vs 4.1. The deciding factor: 17.5"-wide seats vs 17".

Which is better in business: STARLUX or China Airlines on LAX-TPE?

Business Class (STARLUX Airlines, A350-900) beats Premium Business Class (China Airlines, 777-300ER) in business, scoring 8.2/10 vs 7.1. The deciding factor: a closed suite door vs an open cabin. China Airlines fights back on seat width.

Which is better in premium economy: STARLUX or China Airlines on LAX-TPE?

Premium Economy (STARLUX Airlines, A350-900) and Premium Economy (China Airlines, 777-300ER) score virtually the same in premium economy: 5.3 vs 5.2/10. The biggest gap is power — AC + USB-C vs AC outlet — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.

Which is better in economy: STARLUX or China Airlines on LAX-TPE?

Economy (China Airlines, 777-300ER) edges out Economy (STARLUX Airlines, A350-900) in economy, scoring 5/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: extras. STARLUX Airlines fights back on seat width.

Which is better in business: EVA Air or China Airlines on LAX-TPE?

Royal Laurel Class (EVA Air, 777-300ER) and Premium Business Class (China Airlines, 777-300ER) score virtually the same in business: 6.8 vs 7.1/10. The biggest gap is power — AC + USB-C vs AC outlet — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.

Which is better in premium economy: EVA Air or China Airlines on LAX-TPE?

Premium Economy (EVA Air, 777-300ER) and Premium Economy (China Airlines, 777-300ER) score virtually the same in premium economy: 5.4 vs 5.2/10. The biggest gap is power — AC + USB-C vs AC outlet — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.

Which is better in economy: EVA Air or China Airlines on LAX-TPE?

Economy (China Airlines, 777-300ER) edges out Economy (EVA Air, 777-300ER) in economy, scoring 5/10 vs 4.1. The deciding factor: AC outlet vs USB-A only.

What are the best seats in STARLUX First Class on LAX-TPE?

Best: All 4 suites are excellent — floor-to-ceiling walls with 60-inch sliding doors. Window suites 1A and 1K have natural light. Avoid: Only 4 seats total, extremely limited availability. Center pair 1D/1G share a wall but each is fully enclosed. 4 fully enclosed suites with floor-to-ceiling walls and 60-inch sliding doors. 32-inch 4K IFE with Bluetooth audio. Wireless charging pad. Zero-gravity recline mode. Bric's amenity kit. Multi-course fine dining with champagne. Mattress pad, duvet, and pajamas.

What are the best seats in STARLUX Business Class on LAX-TPE?

Best: Window seats in odd rows (1, 3, 5) are closer to the window with more privacy. These are "true window" positions in the staggered layout. Avoid: Even-row window seats are closer to the aisle. Center pairs are fine for couples but less private for solo travelers. 26 staggered 1-2-1 suites with 48-inch privacy doors. 24-inch 4K IFE with Bluetooth. Wireless charging, USB-C (60W), AC outlet. Zero-gravity mode. Bric's amenity kit with Huygens skincare. Multi-course dining with champagne. Mattress pad, duvet, pajamas, slippers.

What are the best seats in STARLUX Premium Economy on LAX-TPE?

Best: Window pairs (A-B, J-K) for couples. Bulkhead row has extra legroom. Avoid: Center block middle seats (D or E) in 4-abreast section. No direct aisle access. 36 Recaro PL3530 recliners with 38-inch pitch. 15.6-inch 4K IFE with Bluetooth. USB-C (60W), USB-A, AC outlet. Free messaging wifi; paid data plans. Amenity kit with lip balm, lotion, socks, eye mask.

What are the best seats in STARLUX Economy on LAX-TPE?

Best: A350 cabin is quieter than 777. Exit rows have extra legroom. 9-abreast is wider per seat than 10-abreast 777. Avoid: Last rows near lavatories. Center seat in any 3-abreast block. 240 economy seats in 9-abreast. 13-inch 4K IFE with Bluetooth. USB-C (60W) power. Free messaging; paid data. Two full meals on long-haul. Eco-blanket made from recycled PET. Pre-order meals available.

What are the best seats in EVA Air Royal Laurel Class on LAX-TPE?

Best: Window seats in odd rows (1A/K, 3A/K, 5A/K) — reverse herringbone positions you facing the window with more privacy and a wider footwell. Avoid: Even-row window seats face the aisle. Center pairs (D/G) share an open console with less separation. 39 Zodiac Cirrus reverse herringbone seats in 1-2-1. Older than the 787-9 Thompson Vantage XL but wider footwell. 15.4-inch Panasonic IFE (vs 18-inch on 787). BMW Designworks styling. Noise-cancelling headphones. Rimowa amenity kit. Din Tai Fung partnership dining on select flights. No doors or solid privacy partitions.

What are the best seats in EVA Air Premium Economy on LAX-TPE?

Best: Window pairs (A/B or J/K) for couples. 38-inch pitch matches the 787-9. 6-way adjustable leather headrest. Avoid: Center block middle seats (D/E) — 2-4-2 layout means 4-abreast center with no direct aisle access. 56 premium economy seats in 2-4-2 with 38-inch pitch. 11-inch touchscreen IFE. AC power outlet + USB at every seat. Amenity kit with socks and eyemask. Enhanced meal service.

What are the best seats in EVA Air Economy on LAX-TPE?

Best: Row 60+ on some configs is a smaller rear cabin. Exit rows for legroom. Avoid: Center block middle seats (D/E/F) in the 3-4-3 layout — worst on any widebody. Last rows near lavatories. 238 economy seats in 10-abreast 3-4-3 — denser than the 787-9 (which is 3-3-3). 11-inch IFE. USB charging. Two full meals on long-haul. Complimentary beverages including wine/beer.

What are the best seats in China Airlines Premium Business Class on LAX-TPE?

Best: Same Collins Super Diamond as the A350 — window seats in odd rows for best privacy. Avoid: Row 10 is closest to the mid-cabin galley. 40 Collins Super Diamond seats. Same business class product as the A350-900 but with 8 more seats. 18-inch IFE. Michelin Le Palais collaboration dining.

What are the best seats in China Airlines Premium Economy on LAX-TPE?

Best: Window pairs in the 2-abreast sections. Avoid: Inner seats of the 4-abreast center block. 62 seats in 2-4-2. Slightly denser than the A350 PE (38 vs 39-inch pitch, 19 vs 20-inch width). Same amenity kit and NC headphones.

What are the best seats in China Airlines Economy on LAX-TPE?

Best: Aisle seats in forward economy section. Avoid: Center block (D-E-F-G) seats throughout. Last rows near lavatories. 256 economy seats in 10-abreast 3-4-3. Tighter than the A350 at 17-inch width. Same IFE and meal service.