EVA Air will launch nonstop direct flight service between Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport and Delhi's Indira Gandhi Airport on Dec. 1, 2024 [1].
The new route establishes the only direct aviation link between Taiwan and India [2]. This connection is intended to facilitate growing ties between the two nations, particularly within the technology sector, after the route was previously suspended during the pandemic [3].
The airline plans to operate the service five times per week [4]. Each flight will utilize an Airbus A330-300 aircraft [5]. By bypassing connecting hubs, the carrier aims to streamline travel for business professionals and tourists moving between Taipei and the Indian capital.
"The launch of nonstop Taipei‑Delhi service represents an important milestone in EVA Air's network development," Clay Sun, EVA Air president, said [6].
This expansion marks a strategic return to the Indian market for the carrier. The decision to restore the route reflects a broader effort to expand the airline's global network and capitalize on the increasing demand for direct travel to South Asia [3].
The service will connect the primary aviation hubs of both regions, Taoyuan in Taiwan and Indira Gandhi in Delhi, providing a critical infrastructure link for bilateral trade and diplomatic exchange [2].
“The new route establishes the only direct aviation link between Taiwan and India.”
The restoration of this direct route signals a deepening economic relationship between Taiwan and India, specifically targeting the semiconductor and electronics industries. By eliminating the need for layovers in third-party hubs, EVA Air is reducing the logistical friction for tech-sector professionals and corporate executives, which likely correlates with increased bilateral investment and trade cooperation.
