Taiwan Taoyuan Airport is the main international hub of the island.
Gateway to the capital with its night markets and Taipei 101, one of Asia's most iconic skyscrapers.
How to get to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to TPE
Parking near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
A multi-story parking structure is located next to the terminal.
Rates align with standards for a major Asian hub.
How to get to Taipei from TPE
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
TPE Airport: one-way private transfer to or from Taipei City
Taipei Arrival Private Transfer between Airport and Hotel
TPE Airport: one-way transfer to or from Taichung City
Airport Transfer: From TPE Airport to Taipei City
Car rental at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
All the major car rental brands have desks in the arrivals area.
You'll need a driver's license, passport, and credit card; an International Driving Permit is typically required as well.
Hotels near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Taipei Main Station
The Airport MRT line connects Taipei Main Station to Taoyuan in 35 minutes by Express train, every 15 minutes, or in about 50 minutes on the one that stops at every station; by taxi the trip takes 40-50 minutes depending on traffic.
Best for: Those who want the direct train to the airport just steps from the room, with no line changes, and those departing in the early morning hours.
- No MRT change between the hotel and the airport, handy with heavy luggage
- Shops, restaurants and supermarkets of the Main Station open until late
- An office district with wide thoroughfares, less lively in the evening than Ximending or Xinyi
- At rush hour the airport line platform can get very crowded
Recommended hotels
- Holiday Inn Express Taipei Train Station 6 minutes' walk from Taipei Main Station and 9 from the Beimen stop, in the Datong district: handy for those arriving on the airport line who don't want to stray far from the tracks. Built in 2009, simple but clean rooms. View availability
- Sheraton Grand Taipei Hotel On the same Zhongxiao East Road, just steps from the Shandao Temple stop on the blue line (the same line as the Main Station, one stop further on); 683 rooms, outdoor pool and 10 restaurants for those arriving tired from a long flight. View availability
Ximending
Airport line to the Main Station (35-50 minutes), then a change onto the blue line for one stop to Ximen; a total of 45-55 minutes. By taxi, about 45 minutes.
Best for: Those looking for nightlife, street food and shops within walking distance, accepting a somewhat longer transfer from the airport.
- Shops, cinemas and street food of the pedestrian district within walking distance
- Weekend market and evening life among the liveliest in Taipei
- Crowded, noisy alleys until late, especially on weekends
- Still requires an MRT line change to get there from the airport
Recommended hotels
- amba Taipei Ximending Inside the Eslite department store complex on Wuchang Street, 5-7 minutes' walk from Ximen station; playful design and the Buttermilk restaurant for those looking for an American-style brunch. View availability
- 101-s HOTEL On Chengdu Road, in the pedestrian heart of Ximending: location and staff among the most praised points in reviews, although some guests note poor soundproofing between rooms. View availability
Xinyi and Taipei 101
Airport line to the Main Station (35-50 minutes), then about 15 minutes on the blue or red MRT line to Taipei 101/World Trade Center or Zhongxiao Dunhua; by taxi, 50-60 minutes depending on traffic — the longest transfer among the central areas in this guide.
Best for: Those who want the Taipei 101 skyscraper, the financial district and the large shopping centres within walking distance, even at the cost of a longer transfer.
- Taipei 101, the World Trade Center and the department stores within walking distance
- Upscale restaurants and nightlife, among the most polished in the city
- The transfer from the airport is among the longest of the areas in this guide
- An expensive area even for meals, designed more for business than for budget
Recommended hotels
- Grand Hyatt Taipei Next to Taipei 101, between the Taipei City Hall and Taipei 101/World Trade Center stations; reviews give the location top marks, although dining room service is noted as a weak point. View availability
- Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei 43 floors on Dunhua South Road, a few minutes from Zhongxiao Dunhua station; panoramic pool and skyline views much appreciated, although some guests find it less central than other hotels in the district. View availability
- Le Meridien Taipei On Songren Road, just steps from Taipei 101 and the World Trade Center; much-photographed design in the common areas, with some reviews noting value for money not matching the cost. View availability
Beitou
Airport line to the Main Station (35-50 minutes), then the red line north to Xinbeitou with a change at Beitou station (another 25-30 minutes); a total of about 70-80 minutes door to door, the area furthest from the airport among those in this guide.
Best for: Those who want to combine the Beitou hot springs with a comfortable stay reachable by train, away from the centre's traffic, and who stay more than one night.
- Public and private hot springs just steps away, useful for relaxing after a long flight
- A green residential district, away from the traffic and heat of the centre
- The transfer from the airport always requires at least one MRT line change
- The centre's evening life requires a long trip back
Recommended hotels
- Aloft by Marriott Taipei Beitou Design hotel opened in 2016 in the Beitou thermal area, with views over the Guandu plain from the upper floors; worth knowing: the rooms don't have tubs with hot spring water, it's a trendy hotel in the neighbourhood rather than a traditional hot spring resort. View availability
- Asia Pacific Hotel Beitou On Youya Road, a hotel with real hot spring tubs in the rooms: reviews praise the water quality and cleanliness, unlike many merely "design" properties in the area. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
- lounges
- 16
- with Priority Pass
- 5
- paid entry
- from 1,300 TWD
- open 24 hours
- 2
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminals, modern and efficient, handle the island's most intense international traffic.
It is recommended to arrive at the airport 3 hours before international flights.
Map of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is tipping customary in Taiwan?
No, tipping is not part of Taiwanese culture and is not expected either in restaurants or in taxis from Taoyuan to Taipei: a service charge already included in the bill (often 10%) is the norm at more established establishments, with no need to add anything else.
Q. How much does a taxi from Taoyuan to Taipei cost?
Roughly 1,100-1,500 TWD (the 50% airport surcharge already included); note that the night surcharge (11pm-6am) is not small, at 50% of the fare, bringing the total to about 1,500-2,000 TWD.
Q. Do you need the TWAC to enter Taiwan?
Yes, mandatory for all visitors: it must be filled out online free of charge at twac.immigration.gov.tw up to 7 days before the flight.
Q. Is Taoyuan the base of China Airlines?
Yes, together with EVA Air, it is the main hub of the two largest Taiwanese airlines.
Q. Which lounges accept Priority Pass?
Plaza Premium Lounge – The Blossom (T1), Plaza Premium Lounge – The Jade (T1), Oriental Club Lounge (T2), Plaza Premium Lounge – The Crest (T2) and Plaza Premium Lounge – The Terroir (T2).
Q. How much does lounge access cost without a business class ticket?
The lowest entry price is 1,300 TWD, at Plaza Premium Lounge – The Blossom (T1).
Q. Are any lounges open 24 hours?
Yes: Plaza Premium Lounge – The Jade (T1) and Oriental Club Lounge (T2).
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
