Taipei 101
A 508-metre skyscraper with an observation deck, once the world's tallest building.
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- 34 km
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About the airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, southwest of Taipei, is the island’s main international gateway and a major Asian transit hub.
Terminals
It has two modern terminals:
Terminal 1: Used by many international carriers, recently renovated with extensive shopping and dining.
Terminal 2: A newer terminal serving other international airlines, with a landscaped roof garden and lounges.
Services
The airport has extensive services: cafés, restaurants, shops, and lounges. A modern metro line runs directly to Taipei Main Station; buses and taxis also serve the airport.
Getting to the city
Airport MRT
A direct metro line reaches Taipei Main Station in about 35-40 minutes, with an express and an all-stop service.
Bus
Coaches run to central Taipei and other cities, useful for destinations off the MRT line.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside each terminal; the ride to central Taipei takes about 40-50 minutes depending on traffic.
Airport map
Terminal 1
Used by many international carriers, recently renovated with extensive shopping and dining.
Terminal 2
A newer terminal serving other international airlines, with a landscaped roof garden and lounges.
Taipei
Things to do in Taipei
Taipei, Taiwan's capital, blends night markets and temples with one of the world's tallest skyscrapers.
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
A monumental white memorial with a changing-of-the-guard ceremony, set in a large park.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
How far is the airport from central Taipei?
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport airport is about 34 km from central Taipei.
How do I get from the airport to central Taipei?
From Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport airport you can take Airport MRT (train), Bus, and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
How many terminals does Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport airport have?
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport has 2 terminals: Terminal 1 and Terminal 2.
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Photo credits
- Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport: 毛貓大少爺, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Taipei 101: CEphoto, Uwe Aranas, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall: AngMoKio, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons