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China Airlines Reports Record June, Second Quarter and First-Half Revenues
July 17th 2026
The CAL Group, based in Taiwan, reported consolidated operating revenue of TWD 21.76 billion (USD 670 million) in June, an increase of 28.82% from the same period last year, setting another record for single-month revenue. Read More » Passenger revenue accounted for TWD 11.81 billion, an increase of 14.84% from the same period last year; cargo revenue was TWD 8.08 billion, an increase of 51.60% from the same period last year. The consolidated revenue of TWD 63.84 billion for Q2 and TWD 120.80 billion for the first half of 2026 also set new records.
CAL said the passenger demand remained robust in June, supported by the Dragon Boat Festival holiday and the upcoming summer travel season. Load factors for European and North American routes, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, London, Rome, and Prague, all averaged above 85%. The most popular destinations with travelers in the first half of the year were Sydney, Brisbane, Tokyo, Fukuoka, and Kumamoto. Looking ahead to the third quarter, bookings continue to grow steadily, indicating sustained momentum in passenger demand.
“With regard to cargo, June coincided with the end of the second quarter and demand in the air cargo market remained strong. In addition to existing high-tech cargo demand such as AI servers and semiconductor equipment, seasonal fruits and high-value spot cargo also boosted revenues, helping to maintain stable cargo performance. Looking ahead to the third quarter, sustained demand for the shipment of AI servers, semiconductors, and info-comm related products is expected to maintain steady performance across key Asian export markets. China Airlines is closely monitoring market dynamics to maximize passenger and cargo capacity by actively securing high-yield charter and block-space opportunities. The gradual decline in international oil prices is expected to further expand profit margins,” CAL said.
