Tainan Airport serves the homonymous city, the oldest in Taiwan and historic first capital of the island, just approximately 5 km from the center.
Domestic connections, including direct service to the peripheral island of Kinmen, operated by UNI Air.
How to get to Tainan Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to TNN
Parking near Tainan Airport
In front of the terminal is a reasonably-sized parking area.
Rates reflect the typical standards of the region.
How to get to Tainan from TNN
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Tainan Airport
In the arrivals area there are desks for some, but not all, car rental operators.
To rent, you need a license, passport, credit card, and generally also the IDP.
Hotels near Tainan Airport
Tainan Station
By taxi 15 minutes from the airport; Tainan Station is the reference point for regional trains and buses to the rest of the province.
Best for: Short layovers, early morning departures and those who want to continue by train or bus to the rest of Taiwan.
- Just a few minutes by taxi from the terminal, useful with early morning flights
- Trains and buses to the rest of Taiwan in the same complex
- A transit area, less distinctive than the historic centre
- Evening life is concentrated more around the flower market than in the street
Recommended hotels
- Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan Right next to Tainan Station, 2 minutes' walk from the platforms and 15 minutes by car from the airport; panoramic pool and 4 restaurants for those who want to stay in the hotel in the evening. View availability
- Golden Tulip Glory Fine Hotel On Haian Road, between the shopping district and Tainan's night flower market, a few minutes from the station; simple rooms but well reviewed for service. View availability
Historic centre – Chihkan and Confucius
By taxi about 15 minutes from the airport (5 km); there are no direct trains or metro, so a taxi or rental car is always the best option.
Best for: Those who want to visit Chihkan Tower, the Confucius Temple and the alleys of the historic centre almost entirely on foot.
- Chihkan Tower and the Confucius Temple within walking distance of several hotels
- Alleys, cafés and street food of the historic centre concentrated in a compact area
- No direct rail link, a taxi from the airport is always needed
- Some hotels in the area are in older buildings, with maintenance not always matching the price
Recommended hotels
- Golden Tulip RS Boutique Hotel-Tainan Just steps from Chihkan Tower and less than a kilometre from the Confucius Temple, about 5 km from the airport; French cuisine restaurant and among the best-reviewed hotels in the area. View availability
- Cambridge Tainan Hotel Right opposite Chihkan Tower, in the heart of the historic centre; generous breakfast much appreciated, although several reviews note cleanliness and service below average. View availability
East District – Cultural Centre
About 10 minutes by taxi from both the airport and Tainan Station; no direct rail link.
Best for: Those who want a more modern, larger hotel, halfway between the airport, the station and the museums of the eastern area.
- Close to the Tainan Cultural Centre and the Chimei Museum, handy for those visiting the museums
- A larger hotel, with pool and spa, useful for those travelling with family
- Far on foot from the historic centre, a taxi is always needed for Chihkan Tower
- A residential district, with little evening life outside the hotel
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal, of limited size, handles domestic connections, including Kinmen.
An advance of 2 hours for flights is recommended.
Map of Tainan Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Tainan the oldest city in Taiwan?
Yes, historically the island's first capital, famous for its historic temples and one of Taiwan's most renowned street food scenes.
Q. Is there a direct flight to Kinmen from Tainan?
Yes, operated by UNI Air, about 55 minutes of flying time.
Q. Is Tainan called the city of temples?
Yes, as the island's oldest capital it hosts one of the highest concentrations of Taoist and Confucian temples in Taiwan, including the 17th-century Confucius Temple, traditionally regarded as the first school built on the island: a religious heritage as significant as its culinary fame.
Q. Is Tainan an important rail hub?
Yes, from the city's own station, although it is not directly connected to the airport.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
