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Airline Launch Recap: EVA Air IAD-TPE

Jun 30, 2026 | News

Event celebrated first-ever nonstop flight from

Washington to Taipei, Taiwan

Airline and airport executives, staff and government officials from the United States and Taiwan gathered at Dulles International Airport (IAD) on Friday, June 26, to celebrate a major new milestone – the first ever nonstop flight from Washington to Taiwan. This new route on EVA Air to Taoyuan International Airport in Taipei, Taiwan, is the longest served from Dulles at approximately 7,800 miles. The flights will operate four days per week, year-round on a Boeing 787-9 aircraft featuring a three-class configuration.

Landing of the inaugural flight on June 26

Dulles International Airport is EVA Air’s 10th US destination and one of only two along the U.S. East Coast. This new flight is estimated to generate over $50 million annually in local economic impact.

 

“Today we come together to celebrate a historic milestone for Washington Dulles International Airport and the entire National Capital region,” said Jack Potter, president and CEO of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority. “For the first time, residents and visitors can enjoy nonstop flights to Taiwan’s premier technology and cultural hub and easily continue a journey to dozens of key destinations across east and southeast Asia. In the same respect, we look forward to welcoming thousands of new visitors who can explore our world-class museums and famed monuments and savor the rich cultural diversity of Washington, D.C.”

Ribbon cutting (l-r): Christopher Bell, MWAA board; Greg Campbell, director, Virginia Department of Aviation; Alexander Yui, Taiwan representative, Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office; Clay Sun, EVA Air president; Kuo-Yu Han, president, Legislative Yuan of Taiwan; Jack Potter, MWAA president and CEO; Kate Hanley, MWAA board; Paul Bobson, MWAA vice president of Airline Business Development; Brian D’Amico, MWAA, director of Airline Business Development
Guests attending the celebration were treated to a traditional lion dance after watching the plane arrive to a customary water arch salute from the IAD fire department.

Aviation enthusiasts enjoyed an exclusive tour of the airport via mobile lounge, including an up-close view of the aircraft landing. Closing out of the event, attendees received gifts to remember the special occasion.

 

“Washington Dulles International Airport serves as a vital gateway to the

nation’s capital area. We are immensely grateful for the strong support from all our

partners and guests that made expanding our network into the heart of America

possible,” said Clay Sun, President of EVA Air. “We see immense market potential

in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. This new route will seamlessly enhance

EVA Air’s network across the eastern United States, delivering premium service to

both business and leisure travelers alike.”

The schedule for the new service, effective June 27, 2026, is as follows:

Flight Number From To Departure/

Arrival

Days of Operation
BR04 Taipei Washington 19:30 / 22:30 Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
BR03 Washington Taipei 1:50 / 4:05 +1 Sun, Tue, Thu, Sat

About the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority operates the U.S. Capital Region’s gateways to the nation and the world, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport, the Dulles Airport Access Highway and the Dulles Toll Road. The Authority also managed construction of the Silver Line, a 23-mile extension of the Washington region’s Metrorail public transit system through northern Virginia, which began service to Dulles International in 2022.

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