Kaohsiung International Airport serves the main city of southern Taiwan, an important port center.
Gateway to the south of the island and the vibrant street food scene of Kaohsiung.
How to get to Kaohsiung International Airport
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Average travel time to KHH
Parking near Kaohsiung International Airport
A multi-level parking lot is adjacent to the terminal.
Rates are in line with Asian hub standards.
How to get to Kaohsiung from KHH
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Car rental at Kaohsiung International Airport
It is possible to rent at desks of the major companies in the arrivals area.
License, passport, credit card, and almost always the International Driving Permit: these are the required documents.
Hotels near Kaohsiung International Airport
Formosa Boulevard and Yancheng
The metro's red line connects the airport to Formosa Boulevard in 18 minutes, with no changes, for a NT$35 ticket; the service runs from 6 to midnight, with trains every 4-6 minutes at peak times.
Best for: Those who want the Liuhe night market, the station's Dome of Light and the evening life of the historic centre just steps away.
- The Liuhe night market just minutes' walk from several hotels
- Transfer to the orange line right at Formosa Boulevard, handy for the rest of the city
- A central area, so noisy in the evening among the market stalls and the traffic of Zhongshan Road
- Few upscale hotels: mostly small, independent properties
Recommended hotels
- Formosa Boulerard Garden Hotel On Liuhe 1st Road, just steps from Formosa Boulevard station and the night market of the same name; among the best-reviewed hotels in the area, despite being a small, simple property. View availability
- Fish Hotel Kaohsiung 290 metres from Kaohsiung Main station and 490 from Formosa Boulevard, about 7 minutes' walk; simple rooms but among the most central locations for those arriving by metro or train. View availability
- Hotel Papa Whale-Kaohsiung Formosa Boulevard On Minsheng 1st Road, 8 minutes' walk from Formosa Boulevard and near the Liuhe market; family-friendly rooms, with some reviews noting dampness issues. View availability
Kaohsiung Station
Kaohsiung Main MRT station is one stop after Formosa Boulevard on the red line, about 20 minutes from the airport; this is also where TRA trains to the rest of Taiwan cross.
Best for: Those also arriving by regional train who want to stay a step from the platforms, with the metro to the airport just one stop further on.
- Regional trains and the metro in the same complex, handy with heavy luggage
- A few minutes' walk from both Formosa Boulevard and the Liuhe market
- An area largely made up of offices and wide avenues, not very lively in the evening
- For nightlife or shopping it's still worth moving one or two stops
Central Park and Sanduo
By metro a change is needed at Formosa Boulevard station onto the orange line to Central Park or Sanduo Shopping District, a total of about 25-30 minutes from the airport; by taxi about 15 minutes.
Best for: Those looking for modern shopping, the skyscrapers of the business district and a quieter neighbourhood in the evening.
- Shopping centres, boutiques and Central Park just steps away
- A quieter neighbourhood in the evening than Formosa Boulevard, with less traffic
- Always requires an MRT line change or a taxi from the airport
- Fewer affordable evening venues than the historic centre
Recommended hotels
- Guide Hotel Kaohsiung Liuhe 7 minutes' walk from Central Park station and 5 from the Love River; outdoor pool and a small go-kart-themed circuit among the most original features in the area. View availability
- Han Hsien International Hotel Opposite Kaohsiung City Hall on Siwei Road, about 15 minutes from the airport; indoor pool and spa in a 5-star hotel, although a bit far on foot from the Sanduo metro. View availability
- Blue Coast Hotel On Guangxi Road, 10 minutes' walk from Sanduo Shopping District station; a simple hotel but well reviewed for cleanliness and service. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The terminal, main hub of southern Taiwan, handles domestic connections and some regional international routes.
A 2.5-3 hour advance is recommended for international flights.
Map of Kaohsiung International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Does Kaohsiung have a metro station at the airport?
Yes, the Red Line has a station directly at the airport, reaching downtown in 15-20 minutes.
Q. How much does a taxi from Kaohsiung to downtown cost?
Roughly 250-330 TWD, with a 20% surcharge between 11pm and 6am.
Q. Is Kaohsiung a port city?
Yes, an important commercial port in southern Taiwan, as well as the island's second most populous city.
Q. Does Kaohsiung have international flights?
Yes, a few regional routes to Asia, plus an extensive network of domestic connections.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
