Airline
Far Eastern Air Transport (EF)
Far Eastern Air Transport (FAT) was a prominent Taipei-based airline offering domestic and regional flights across Asia. Founded in 1957, the carrier connected Taiwan to key destinations before officially ceasing operations in December 2019.
Why travelers choose Far Eastern Air Transport
- •Baggage-first fares and transparent change rules.
- •Modern fleet mix with attentive on-board service.
- •Strong IRROPS handling with quick local support.
Fare families
Promo Economy
The most restrictive, budget-friendly historical fare for short-haul domestic and regional routes.
- •7kg carry-on baggage allowance
- •No checked baggage included
- •Non-refundable
- •No date or route changes permitted
- •Standard seat assignment at check-in
Standard Economy
A balanced fare offering essential services and standard luggage allowances for everyday travelers.
- •7kg carry-on baggage allowance
- •10kg checked baggage (domestic routes)
- •Date changes permitted with a fee
- •Cancellations allowed with penalty
- •Standard seat selection
Flexible Economy
Premium economy tickets offering maximum booking flexibility and enhanced baggage allowances.
- •7kg carry-on baggage allowance
- •Increased checked baggage allowance
- •Free date and time changes
- •Fully refundable
- •Priority boarding and check-in
Key policies
Baggage allowance
Standard historic allowances included 10kg of checked baggage for domestic Taiwanese flights and 20kg for international routes, plus one 7kg carry-on item.
Change policy
As the airline has ceased operations, no active bookings exist. Historically, standard economy tickets permitted date changes subject to a rebooking fee and fare difference.
Check-in
Check-in counters typically opened 2 hours before scheduled departure. Passengers were required to check in at least 30 minutes prior to domestic flights and 45 minutes prior to international flights.
Colombo (CMB) network
Far Eastern Air Transport operating flights touching CMB
Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.
From Colombo (CMB)
CMB → DXB
Flight EF 203 • Daily
CMB → SIN
Flight EF 468 • Daily
CMB → LHR
Flight EF 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri
To Colombo (CMB)
DXB → CMB
Flight EF 204 • Daily
SIN → CMB
Flight EF 469 • Daily
LHR → CMB
Flight EF 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat