International Airlines

Taiwan has three international airports: Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, Kaohsiung International Airport, and Taipei International (Songshan) Airport. Each offers convenient direct links to all major countries.

In addition, the Executive Yuan has approved the opening of international charter flight service at Taiwan's domestic airports, including airports in Hualien, Magong, Kinmen, Taitung and Taichung. For more information please visit the airport website.

Domestic Airlines

Taiwan's domestic airlines industry is quite active with busy travel in the sky among major cities; flying is as common as taking long-distance buses, and flights are always fully booked during holidays. As a result, airlines require prior reservations. Most travel agencies also handle reservation and ticketing on behalf of airlines.

While checking in airlines counter, personal identification card is required for proper boarding procedures. (ID required for Taiwan citizens and passports for foreigners.)

Regulations for luggage & carry-on handlings may vary by airlines; passengers are advised to contact airlines for details ahead of trips. Cellular phones are strictly prohibited on planes on flight safety concerns. In addition, items that may harm flying safety such as highly-compressed cans, flammable items...etc. are also barred from flights; for further information please refer to:Flight Safety