BRUTALLY HONEST | What China Airlines AIRBUS A350-900 ECONOMY CLASS from Vienna to Taipei is like...

We have previously called China Airlines one of the best for flying Economy Class for its amazing crews, delicious meals, and phenomenal seats and cabin. But do they still live up to that after the pandemic?
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FLIGHT INFORMATION
Airline: China Airlines
Aircraft: Airbus A350-900
Registration: B-18916
Flight Time: 10h 45min
Seat: 63K
From: Vienna Schwechat
To: Taiwan Taoyuan
Date: December 2022
EQUIPMENT INFORMATION
Cameras used: iPhone 12 Max Pro, DJI Osmo Pocket, GoPro Hero 8
Additional equipment used: GoPro Suction Cup
PRICE BREAKDOWN
Total Price: EUR 712.94
Total Routing: VIE-TPE-HAN
Booked through: China Airlines
Cost includes: Economy Class Ticket, including 2 checked bags and free seat reservation at booking
Booking made: September 2022
VIDEO BREAKDOWN
00:00 - Introduction
01:19 - Intro
01:43 - Getting to the airport
02:11 - Vienna Airport
02:59 - China Airlines Long-Haul Network
03:34 - Boarding
04:17 - Cabin and Seat
06:47 - Taxi and Take Off
08:59 - Inflight Entertainment and WiFi
09:53 - Lunch Service
10:56 - Inflight
12:09 - Breakfast Service
12:50 - Pre-Landing Snack
13:00 - Conclusion
13:24 - Landing
13:52 - Taiwan Taoyuan Airport
COLLABORATION DISCLAIMER
This video does not contain product placements. The airline was neither involved nor informed about the production of this Tripreport. The ticket fare was paid by ourselves.
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[@andrewwheat4601]

What I like about your channel is you review Economy class unlike others who continue to review business or 1st which most passengers can’t afford. Reviewing long haul trips in economy is very welcome.

[@sdlock83]

I agree! Reviews on economy class are much more useful than Business Class and First Class reviews.

[@sainnt]

3 meal services on an 11 hour flight is absolutely phenomenal!

[@matthewfard2196]

There were only 2 meal services though?

[@sainnt]

@@matthewfard2196 Watch the video again. First a pork and rice dinner, then noodles for breakfast and a sandwich before landing.

[@Andrew-Wong]

@@sainntyep agree

[@inzykhan415]

Lmao you must eat like a little mouse, if you call a sandwich a meal! It’s 2 meals breakfast an dinner an a snack 😅

[@sainnt]

I live in the US. Even on a 6 hour flight here some airlines don't even offer a sandwich for purchase, let alone getting served one. A tuna sandwich and a drink, to some can be considered a snack, but it's still a meal service. On an 11 hour flight, getting served 3 times is rare no matter what you choose to call it.

[@walkwithjonas7920]

EVA and China Airlines are both amazing and a lot of people don’t even know them. Incredible!

[@minthouse6338]

I've heard of EVA, seen a lot of their planes. China Airlines not as much.

[@sdlock83]

​@@minthouse6338Taiwan (the true China) has China Airlines as their flag carrier, and EVA Air as their primary privately owned airline. Japan has Japan Airlines as their flag carrier and All Nippon Airways as their primary private airline. Korea has Korean Air as their flag carrier while Asiana Airlines is their primary private carrier.

[@ox3870]

@@minthouse6338 But honestly, history of China Airlines is more longer than EVA Airlines .

[@jamesbeartw]

better than cx for sure

[@Allen-Feng]

I have tried China Airline's all three classes, I like their economy, love the business class, but not so impressed with the premium economy due to its hard shell design. When you recline, the seat moves forward and compresses your leg room. But the food is definitely great, not just good, in all three classes.

[@manovermoon43]

I flew their premium economy from Taipei to London and the overall experience was phenomenal. Food was great, seats were very comfortable and staff was very friendly and helpful. Highly underrated airline.

[@constructinglondon]

Favourite trip report channel, actually showing what most people are likely to experience.

[@nononsensepolitics4357]

Yeah, unlike Sam chui

[@GHP17]

Great video (again). Your prior one on China Airlines is what helped me choose them for an upcoming trip to Taipei. Glad to see they've still got it.

[@AlexPraglowskiAviation]

Now that's a thumbnail 👌

[@saltycrew496]

Could we see a Starlux flight report in the future???👀

[@Julian-bh1mo]

Please consider to watch my videos about aviations! I will update a Starlux Airline A350 videos tomorrow! youtube.com/@JuJuElephanta?si=2JfFu_4w7j9Uc3Pl

[@i.setyawan]

I flew a couple of times with China Airlines to Taipei before the pandemic (the latest was in 2019). In 2017 I even managed to get on board one of their special A350s with the Magpie livery. A very good airline, IMHO. I've also flown with Eva Air. Another great airline, although I think China Airlines is ever slightly more refined.

[@SlimShady_1]

Flown them in August on the same route. Great airline with great crew and service. Definitely a recommendation 👍

[@mylhodoppenberg]

I love the attention for the a350’s lately! Amazing airplane

[@shankewang5802]

Any airline from the Republic of China is very much better than any airline in mainland China, but Cathay Pacific from Hong Kong is a great airline too

[@kepoah245]

Why taiwan much better than china airlines?

[@kennychuwing2421]

@@kepoah245China Airlines is Taiwanese

[@_Erogaki]

​@@kennychuwing2421Republic of China IS Taiwan..........

[@kennychuwing2421]

@@_Erogaki I know, i’m confused to the reply on which why Taiwan is better than China Airlines, a Taiwanese airline.

[@s125ish]

Why is that the case

[@chavant]

Free Taiwan🇹🇼

[@magnustan841]

I love China Airlines’ A350 soooo much! The cabin is among the most beautiful I’ve ever seen, so much so the vibe and ambience inspired my new bedroom. I really like the way it turned out, so a flight on that plane is definitely on the cards for the future! Their A321neo looks equally nice inside too.

[@imanuelcaushi4711]

Turkish Airlines uses the A350 on their Istanbul-Antalya route during the summer, and that's only a 45 minute flight!

[@isaacflyaway]

The interior especially the wooden walls looks so zen. Interesting to see them including music in their Lavatory too :D

[@XiongBearTravel]

Always great to see a Brutally Honest episode when I wake up! You should definitely try Air Premia or Starlux in the future 😊

[@Julian-bh1mo]

Finally someone to tell the different between China Airline and Air China, feeling sad that a lot of people making joke to both China and Taiwan. And as a Taiwanese, I'm trying to comment in all the videos that are making joke about "China Airline" and telling them what is wrong what is wrong. I'm so tired to do this everytime.

[@jest0riz0r]

I'll soon fly on one of their A350 from HKG to TPE, was very surprised to see that plane on such a short (but probably very popular) route. The flight back will be on the A320, not often do you get the chance to test a wide body and a narrow body on one round trip.

[@Da__goat]

David’s intro to the difference between Air China and China Airlines is the perfect explanation for the difference between China and Taiwan

[@samyapal8221]

Yes, and you are a true western propagandist, as this trip report KZbin channel!

[@SuperValue350]

Imagine bringing politics into an aviation video. Obsessed.

[@sdlock83]

​@@SuperValue350This has nothing to do with "politics." It's the simple brutally honest TRUTH. Sorry your feelings were hurt.

[@ploppied587]

Taiwan is just better than China

[@eastcoastguy_0803]

@@SuperValue350 Every part of your life is affected by POLITICS. The operations of every airline is also affected by politics. It doesn't go away when you pretend it doesn't exist. Deal with it!

[@biggiedii4889]

A few years ago I flew China Airlines from Sydney to London via Taipei and was very happy with the service provided, better than Singapore Airlines imo.

[@eastcoastguy_0803]

I flew China Airlines in 2016 (Honolulu -Tokyo-Taipei) and in 2019 (Seoul to Taipei). Both times the aircrafts were old. Seats were very outdated. Very disappointed (although the food and service were fine) It's great to see there's been a major upgrade of their aircrafts. Both China Airlines and Eva Airlines are products of Taiwan. Wonderful country! Diverse, fun and progressive.

[@TyLAR006]

I flew A333 so many times even i am a member of China Airlines i still would say it's disappointed for outdated facilities

[@eastcoastguy_0803]

@@TyLAR006 I love A330's 2-4-2 economy layout only if the seats and facilities have been upgraded. During the same trip in 2019, I also flew Delta's A330 from Seoul to Seattle. New plane, new seats! Very enjoyable.

[@TyLAR006]

@@eastcoastguy_0803 yes it is but facilities of A333 fleet of China airlines are kind old and water is so dirty everytime, I took A333 to Sydney from Taipei with duration nine and half this year, it wasn’t really a pleasant journey anyway.

[@shuchiliu6346]

china airlines’s slowing getting rid of aging a330s n buying a321s and b787 will be arriving next year. 330s r good workhorses but they r getting old..

[@danielchen2848]

As a Taiwanese, I know it is confusing for foreigners to differentiate these two airlines. China Airlines is actually an official Taiwanese company. There have been many discussions among Taiwanese people about changing the name, but no results have been achieved due to political obstacles...😢

[@seoul_louis9584]

change the name into "Formosan Air"

[@terryyu493]

@@seoul_louis9584 Or even Chung Hwa Airline

[@niklasgermann]

Thanks for this incredible video! In July of 2023 I also flew this route VIE-TPE-ICN on my way to the World Scout Jamboree in Korea this year and I sat in Seat 73K, so the whole video feels like a re-experience of what had happened this summer - so cool!

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Fantastic trip report as always David!

[@rowanmle11]

love china airlines so much, i fly them sfo-tpe every summer and back, never disappointed

[@garyhuntsr71698]

stunning view of the dynamic wing!

[@maji1201]

I'm a Japanese person who loves China Airlines. I use it often. We use Taoyuan Airport transit to destinations such as the United States, Canada, France, Singapore, and the United Kingdom.

[@JelmersAviation]

What an amazing video man!

[@skussy1097]

I think your brutally honest reviews are the best flight reviews on KZbin. Not as extreme and exaggerated as Josh and Dan.

[@YogawithGloria]

I'll be flying China Airlines, first time in 23 years! Thanks for this amazing details!

[@larrykisser3028]

CI 36 is a charter A350-900 flight TPE-PHX when needed. CI 36 is ferried to LAX from PHX empty. Then the same plane CI 7 is used on a regular service to TPE using the A350-900.

[@user-pf1on2zj5t]

Hi, I’m a fans from Taiwan.🤚 That’s why there’s high quality experience should be known in the world.

[@powhatan_]

Great work, thx.

[@neilcoram3495]

Really enjoyable video great service on the flight.

[@markreeenry]

Love the colors of the cabin ❤❤❤

[@Canuck204]

I flew China Airlines from Vancouver to Taipei couple weeks ago, A350-900 was a phenomenally good flight. Then connected Taipei to Manila which was my final destination. A really good flight experience!

[@gunvaldsandhaland7757]

I Am So Agreed With You China Airlines Beautiuls Cabins I Experience In All Classe.Great Product.Great Trip Report

[@madaboutsnooker147]

i've wanted to fly this airline since i started flying as a DJ, but never had a convenient route to choose from sadly. Looks like a detour is finally worth it.

[@colinrenfrew48]

Great video!

[@shuchiliu6346]

i’m a captain from china airlines n i gotta tell u the meals out of taipei r actually quite amazing nowadays~~

[@rezaalan3991]

Great flight.

[@ItzneviiPS3]

One of the 2 SAS A350 is going to malaysian Airlines with new registration 9H-MAH

[@Tjuk02]

Strangly enough, I did had a snack & beverage service with China Airlines on the AMS-TPE route in april 2023. They even gave me a whole can of coke instead of just a cup. During lunch, the crew also handed out ice cream. On the way back from TPE-AMS no snack service before the main meal, no ice cream and drinks were just poured into a cup. Seems they went over the top one the way to TPE, still I love China Airlines very much. It's my standard choice when travelling to Asia!

[@matthewayers293]

Stir fry noodles for breakfast? Yes please! Another amazing video!

[@planetetrisgeographylover]

That business be lookin fire

[@alegzzz_]

It always blows me away how quiet the A350s really are. My dream to fly on one.

[@neilrmartin1984]

An important distinction there! Air China is currently one of the cheapest options ex UK to the far East/SE Asia - it would be interesting to know if they have improved

[@user-wj6wk6db6h]

I expected you were doing this when you announced it when flying from Vienna to dammam

[@zhi-binchiam7828]

Happy that you got the emPHAsis of the word perSImmons right! Shannon from Kim's Convenience would be proud.

[@ProResMike]

Another great video! Thank you for the awesome content.. although I’m curious if anyone has any tips about using capital one points for JAL and what partner airline to go through for that? Lol

[@justawalkingtrashcan]

I’m flying China Airlines long haul in Economy in December on their 777 and A330, so this is a preparation video for me!!

[@Finn-yp5zr]

i really enjoyed my 777 flights with this airline!

[@TrinaMillenheft-us4pb]

Great video

[@travelvideos]

I thought they stop in BKK. Actually it is a good route - avoid Bay of Biscay, over Yunnan and approach Hong Kong form land side.

[@max-_-6352]

i just worked on the same exact plane tonight!

[@ronparrish6666]

See them in Toronto all the time nice planes

[@Angell3287]

I had great experience traveling on China Airlines. I didn’t have much hope at first until I started watching reviews on KZbin. I recently traveled from JFK to Singapore which stopped in Taipei. Then did a flight from Singapore to Taipei. Then finally a flight from Taipei back to JFK. The first flight from JFK was extremely delayed, the boarding process was a mess and chaotic. I also purchased an economy premium seat to Singapore and from Taipei back to JFK. The flight from JFK was good, the meals were served with metal cutlery, an amenity kit,my seat was comfortable, I rested well. The cabin was clean and the crew were very attentive to my food allergy. The second flight from Taipei to Singapore, was good except the cabin was dirty(my seat and the bathroom). The food was good as well as service. My flight from Singapore to Taipei, I flew in economy. The cabin was pretty much empty but I encountered a wonderful crew and exceptional service. I had a row all to myself. Finally the flight from Taipei back to JFK, the premium economy cabin wasn’t full, but I had a neighbor next me which the crew asked to move to an empty row due to my nut allergy. I would definitely recommend anyone traveling to Asia, to use China Airlines. I forgot I received a voucher for free WiFi to use on board.

[@bluenycom]

I live near ONT (10-15 min) so been using ONT-TPE to connect to other Asian countries many times. It's SOOO much easier than leaving LAX. I agree that China Airlines is great. I prefers their premium economy seat over SIA.

[@TheEclipse5]

I fly China airlines and Eva from n.america to Taipei a few times a year. They are cheap but still have moderately good seats and above average crew members so imo, worth it bang for the buck wise.

[@andreadellepiane864]

Hi have you tried flying with Neos Air? and fly from Milan Malpensa to Toronto or New York

[@planetetrisgeographylover]

PHENOMENAL

[@Akshay_Rajbongshi_]

Superb 👌 Airlines 😊

[@brunofrank3965]

Can you show a tui 787 from Birmingham to Melbourne Orlando on there 787

[@TrungNguyen-zj2hi]

Just flew China Airlines and typically precovid I’ve always flew with Cathay Pacific. Service was better than CP. Food was not as good. Staff extra attentitive - and on the ball. A350 cabin felt newer - not sure if it’s had an updated cabin ? Would fly with them again without hesitation for long haul. Short haul in Asia for CA- not nearly as impressive but ok for 3 hours.

[@Birry2000]

Can you fly Garuda Indonesia on long-haul

[@srreeej701]

Hey david, can you please fly Bangkok to Stockholm via Thai Airways?

[@Ronaldogiri]

So cool

[@Captain_Avation0134]

The best

[@zoranvuko]

I wish China Airlines would fly to Perth, Australia!

[@SkpIanespotter]

I FLEW THE SAME ROUTEE LETS GOOO

[@robbinmizushima5907]

Honestly, I wish China Airlines returns to Honolulu! I want to fly with them again!!

[@clarkvincentga-as]

I think China Airlines' A321neo is featured in Jayden Wong's tripreport

[@ehrenkylo837]

Hey just wann ask when you will review Vietnam Airlines

[@GenkisTravels]

Hmm, that pork meal looks good. :D Nice video

[@tobyprice1092]

Was on China Airlines 747 many times from AMS to BKK. Good food but tight on the beers.

[@letsgotoe2toe]

ahhh there’s nothing worse than the trolley dolleys acting like it’s coming out their salaries.

[@bjwashington8234]

Expecting to see ur first flight review with Starlux airlines soon

[@CCC-np7iz]

Well i would love to advise you to try the flight from FRA to PEK with B747-800 from Air China. THATS AMAZING!

[@EditV1be]

Try their business class next!

[@KonorSacks]

This channel has got to have one of the best intros

[@LastLoveSong1029]

As a Taiwanese, I can tell now China Airlines is the best in Taiwan, even better than EVA Air. China Airlines is underrated probably due to several serious incidents happened around 2000’s that still some of people have a bad impression. But now China airlines already showed their reformation.

[@samisami0314]

It’s the airline from Taiwan which provides decent service. You may also try EVA if haven’t !

[@letsgotoe2toe]

premium eco looks good. everyone i’ve seen looks pointless but this one looks like i’d be tempted to part ways with my money

[@FanaticSpark]

In July of 2023 I flew with China Airlines the exact same Route too. In my opinion it was a nice flight and the food tasted great to. But before lunch Service we got a Snack like you showed it in the Video from 2019.

[@raymondleongdiva]

For their regional flights from sgp to tpe I will NVR use them again opting for starlux as my first choice and Eva if I cannot get starlux and on my way back on SQ simply because china airlines and starlux return flights are too early in the morning. One thing I hate most in economy is the absence of silver ware as EVA starlux and sQ all serve with silverware...and sq free wifi in all classes if they are members of their loyalty program...

[@user-fn2fb6kq3e]

please review starlux economy

[@Naganopl]

Even I'm not flying that frequently how it's happened that always when I'm before or just after the flight you are uploading the review of airline I fly :D I'm going to check their A330 and B737 next month :)

[@Naganopl]

@@_w_w_ Thanks mate! Hope at least service will be fine!

[@5200cm]

welcome to Taiwan 🇹🇼

[@BestieBearLover]

nice video

[@taxol2]

Callsign: Dynasty

[@TheRickbaby]

What about alcohol? You got beer but if you want vodka or something stronger is that available? It costs?

[@ryanhuang5391]

if you would like you experience better air china services then u gotta book the newer airplanes like the a350 or 787.

[@mjc8281]

Quite shocked anyone would think China Airlines are "under-rated" Lets just say they aren't an airline I would rush to return to any time soon, in fact I would place them significantly below the other two main ROC international carriers.

[@carlvincent12]

Republic of China babyyy 🇹🇼🇹🇼🇹🇼

[@matpk]

Air Taiwan 🎉

[@AndrewSephiTV]

At 9:06 you can see the Detective Pikachu movie at the screen. The new Detective Pikachu game came out 2 days ago on October 6th. Clearly he was paid to put secret messages and make everyone buy the game and that is why you cannot find it in stores anywhere anymore!

[@KAMALHOSSAIN-fg5ze]

Please make a trip report from dhaka to toronto in Biman Bangladesh Airlines

[@flyingdentist]

nice

[@brianchen3608]

So proud as a Taiwanese to see foreigners love China airlines (actually Taiwan airlines 😂

[@Intelexual]

China Airlines also flies from Taipei to Seattle and has for years. How did you miss that North American route?

[@moraimon]

I am a big fan of you.