Etihad Airways has announced delays to flights between Abu Dhabi and Taipei as Typhoon Champi disrupts air travel across East Asia.
The UAE-based carrier confirmed that flight EY898, scheduled to depart Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi for Taipei Taoyuan International Airport on October 22, has been delayed because of adverse weather conditions.
The disruption also affects the return service, EY899, scheduled to travel from Taipei to Abu Dhabi on October 23.
Etihad has not announced revised departure or arrival times in the advisory cited in the source report. The airline said it is monitoring conditions and will provide updates to affected passengers.
Etihad Flights Affected by Typhoon Champi
Two Etihad services have been identified in the reported disruption:
- EY898: Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Taipei (TPE), scheduled for October 22.
- EY899: Taipei (TPE) to Abu Dhabi (AUH), scheduled for October 23.
The airline apologised for the inconvenience and said passenger and crew safety remains its priority.
Travellers should check their flight status before leaving for the airport, as schedules may change depending on weather conditions and operational decisions.
Typhoon Champi Disrupts Regional Air Travel
The disruption to Etihad’s Taipei services comes amid wider travel precautions linked to Typhoon Champi.
Delta Air Lines has reportedly issued a weather-related travel waiver covering flights to, from or through Taipei Taoyuan International Airport in Taiwan and Shanghai Pudong International Airport in China between October 22 and 24.
Eligible passengers may be able to change their travel dates without additional charges, subject to the terms of Delta’s waiver.
The measures highlight the potential for severe weather to affect connecting flights and international travel across East Asia.
Advice for Etihad Passengers
Etihad has advised passengers travelling on affected services to ensure their contact information is current so the airline can send updates by SMS or email.
Travellers can take the following steps:
- Check flight status: Use Etihad’s official flight status and travel updates page.
- Update contact details: Confirm that the mobile number and email address linked to the booking are correct.
- Review booking options: Contact Etihad if a change is required or if further assistance is needed.
- Allow extra time: Check for new departure information before travelling to the airport.
Passengers should rely on the airline’s official communications for confirmed schedule changes and rebooking options.
Taiwan Issues Weather Warning as Typhoon Approaches
According to the source report, Taiwan issued a land warning on October 22 as Typhoon Champi approached. More than 200 flights were reportedly cancelled across the region.
The storm had previously reached super typhoon strength but weakened somewhat by Thursday. The report cited Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration as saying wind gusts near the storm’s centre exceeded 227 kilometres per hour.
Even as a storm weakens, dangerous winds and other severe weather conditions can continue to affect airports, flight routes and ground operations.
More Updates Expected as Conditions Develop
Etihad said it would continue monitoring the situation and updating affected passengers as necessary.
For UAE travellers heading to Taiwan or connecting through other Asian destinations, checking airline notifications and official flight-status pages is the best way to stay informed.
Travel advisory: The flight details and weather information in this article relate to the October 22–24, 2026 period described in the source material. Check current airline notices before making travel decisions.
