Taiwan Getting There

Getting There by Air

The national airline is China Airlines (CI) (website: www.china-airlines.com).

Approximate Flight Times

From London to Taipei is approximately 15 hours, including stopover.

Main Airports

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) (website: www.taoyuanairport.gov.tw) is 40km (25 miles) south of the city (journey time - 30 minutes). To/from the airport: Buses depart for both Sung Shan (domestic) airport, the main railway station and high-speed rail Taoyuan Station. Taxis and buses are available to the city centre. Facilities: Duty-free shop, post office, car hire, bank/bureau de change, bar/restaurant and tourist information.

Kaohsiung International (KHH) (website: www.kia.gov.tw) is 9km (4 miles) from the town centre. To/from the airport: A regular bus service is available (journey time - 30 minutes). There is a taxi service to the town. Facilities: Duty-free shop, car hire, bank/bureau de change, post office and bar/ restaurant.
Departure Tax
None.

Getting There by Water

Main ports: Keelung and Kaohsiung (website: www.khb.gov.tw).
Ferries run regularly between Keelung and Kaohsiung ports (Taiwan) and Okinawa (Japan). There are also sea links between Kaosiung and Macau.
Need some holiday inspiration?
Tired of the same holiday destination?
Fresh ideas are just one click away...
Sign up for our newsletter
Be the first to hear about the coolest destinations and the latest travel trends. Plus, competitions, holiday inspiration and amusing facts, delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up for our newsletter
Advertisement

Travel Deals

Advertising features
Travel Partners
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Spot the holiday killer - Protect yourself from malaria. Before you travel, find out if your holiday destination is in a malaria zone.

Quick links