American Airlines and Starlux launch interline deal for expanded US-Taiwan connections

American Airlines and Starlux Airlines have entered into an interline agreement, expanding booking options for travelers between the two carriers. The new arrangement, announced Friday by Taipei-based Starlux, allows passengers to book itineraries that connect flights on both airlines. Under this agreement, baggage will be transferred between American and Starlux flights similarly to what is offered between alliance partners.

However, this collaboration does not extend to full partnership benefits such as earning or redeeming AAdvantage miles on Starlux flights or receiving elite status perks for AAdvantage members traveling with Starlux. Interline agreements typically enable only limited cooperation between airlines.

Starlux currently operates service to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which is an American Airlines hub, and plans to begin nonstop flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX), another American hub, starting January 15, 2026. This expansion will provide more opportunities for travelers to connect from U.S. cities like Austin or New Orleans through Phoenix onto Starlux’s route to Taipei.