transpacific · 13h 40m · 10,379 km
San Francisco 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, STARLUX's Premium Economy (A350-900) edges out the field with a 5.3/10.
Quick pick
Fly STARLUX. It has a private suite and a door for privacy.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly STARLUX. It has a bigger screen (15.6" vs 12.1").
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
Fly China Airlines. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If prices are similar, go with this one.
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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, STARLUX's Premium Economy (A350-900) edges out the field with a 5.3/10.
- 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: United or STARLUX on SFO-TPE?
Business Class (STARLUX Airlines, A350-900) beats Polaris (United Airlines, 777-300ER) in business, scoring 8.2/10 vs 6.5. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power.
Which is better in premium economy: United or STARLUX on SFO-TPE?
Premium Economy (STARLUX Airlines, A350-900) edges out Premium Plus (United Airlines, 777-300ER) in premium economy, scoring 5.3/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: AC + USB-C vs no power. United Airlines fights back on extras.
Which is better in economy: United or STARLUX on SFO-TPE?
Economy (STARLUX Airlines, A350-900) beats Economy (United Airlines, 777-300ER) in economy, scoring 4.5/10 vs 3.5. The deciding factor: complimentary meals vs buy on board.
Which is better in business: United or China Airlines on SFO-TPE?
Premium Business Class (China Airlines, 777-300ER) edges out Polaris (United Airlines, 777-300ER) in business, scoring 7.1/10 vs 6.5. The deciding factor: AC outlet vs no power.
Which is better in premium economy: United or China Airlines on SFO-TPE?
Premium Economy (China Airlines, 777-300ER) edges out Premium Plus (United Airlines, 777-300ER) in premium economy, scoring 5.2/10 vs 4.5. The deciding factor: AC outlet vs no power.
Which is better in economy: United or China Airlines on SFO-TPE?
Economy (China Airlines, 777-300ER) beats Economy (United Airlines, 777-300ER) in economy, scoring 5/10 vs 3.5. The deciding factor: AC outlet vs USB-A only.
Which is better in business: STARLUX or China Airlines on SFO-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 SFO-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 SFO-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.
What are the best seats in United Polaris on SFO-TPE?
Best: Odd-row window seats for maximum privacy. Avoid: Row 9 center pair can be noisy near galley. UA flagship widebody. 60 Polaris seats — largest Polaris cabin. Same Safran Optima as 787-9/787-10. 16-inch IFE. Panasonic Ku-band wifi (paid).
What are the best seats in United Premium Plus on SFO-TPE?
Best: Window pairs for 2 across. Avoid: Center inner seats in the 4-section. 2-4-2 premium economy. 13.3-inch IFE. Enhanced meals with alcohol.
What are the best seats in United Economy on SFO-TPE?
Best: Economy Plus rows for extra pitch. Avoid: Last rows near lavatories. 3-4-3 economy (wider cabin than 787). Economy Plus available. 9-inch IFE.
What are the best seats in STARLUX First Class on SFO-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 SFO-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 SFO-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 SFO-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 China Airlines Premium Business Class on SFO-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 SFO-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 SFO-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.