Taiwan is an island. So air transportation plays a critical role in its external relations. If Taiwan is your destination, you must use air transportation to get there.

Getting there

By air

There are approximately 18 civilian airports in Taiwan, 2 of which are international airports. The other 16 are domestic airports, offering flights throughout Taiwan. Serving about 97 international air routes, it is convenient for passengers reach America, Japan, Singapore, Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia and Hong Kong from Taiwan. For the detailed information on airports in Taiwan, please refer to Taiwan Airport.

Taipei:
The busiest airport in Taipei, Chiang Kai-shek International Airport (CKS) is located in Taoyuan County. It is about 40 km (about 25 miles) from Taipei to the airport, which will take you about 40 minutes by bus.

Kaohsiung:
Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) is situated in Hsiaokang, Kaohsiung.