Not in the bustling, vibrant Taipei or Kaohsiung, if you want a change of pace to explore a land with a long cultural history and a cool climate in Taiwan, Tainan will be the ideal destination. To get here, you will land at Tainan International Airport. The following article will provide detailed guidance on how to travel from this airport to the city center of Tainan and interesting tourist spots nearby.
1. Does Tainan have an airport?
Tainan Province has only one airport, which is Tainan Airport. This serves as both a civilian airport and a key military airport in Taiwan. Tainan Airport plays an important role in passenger and cargo transport to meet diplomatic and tourism needs with other countries in the region and internationally.
2. Introduction to Tainan Airport
Tainan Airport, located in the South District of Tainan City, is the third busiest airport in Taiwan. It is about 7 km from the city center.
- Full name: Tainan International Airport or Tainan International Airport
- Address: 755, Jichang Road, South District, Tainan City, Taiwan
- Airport code (symbol): TNN
- Country code: +88
- Phone: +88 662 601 016
- Terminal number: 1
- GMT hours: +8:00
3. The formation and development process of Tainan International Airport
Tainan Airport, Taiwan was built in 1937. Initially, it only served military flights, so the terminal was built quite far from the airport. After some time, the airport was transferred to the Republic of China Air Force and continued to operate civilian flights.
By January 2011, Tainan Airport officially became a civilian airport and served international flights. Since March 2014, the frequency of domestic and international flights at Tainan Airport has significantly increased, making it the third busiest airport in Taiwan.
4. Overview of Tainan Airport, Taiwan
4.1. Scale, runway area
Tainan Airport has two parallel runways measuring 18L - 36R (3,050x45m). The civilian parking area has a total area of 43,500 square meters with 5 aircraft parking bays allowing 4 B-757s, or 4 A321s, or 4 MD-90s, or 4 MD-80s, plus 1 DASH-8.
The runway is equipped with signal lights, a precision approach and landing support system (ILS, DVOR\DME, NDB).
4.2. Number of floors
The airport terminal has 3 above-ground floors and one underground floor with a total floor area of 17,082.14 square meters. Among them:
- One above-ground floor and one underground floor are where passengers are picked up and dropped off, equipped with full amenities along with dining and shopping areas,...
- The two above-ground floors are where navigation support equipment, crew maintenance buildings, electrical facilities, air conditioning facilities, fire protection systems, and conveyor belts are located.
4.3. Amenities at the terminal
Tainan Airport offers amenities at the terminal such as free wifi, free drinking water, dining and shopping areas, spacious parking lots, and special assistance service areas.
5. Types of transportation from Tainan Airport to hotels and entertainment spots
Tainan Airport is about 7 km from the city center. From the airport, you can choose the following transportation options.
5.1. Bus
If you do not have too much luggage, the bus is the most economical option to travel from Tainan Airport to the city center.
- Bus number 5: Tainan Airport – Chia Nan University with 19 trips/day.
- Red 3 bus: Tainan Airport – Tainan Park with 6 trips/day.
- Bus 8042: Tainan Airport – ShinChan University with 6 trips/day.
- Bus 8046: Tainan Airport – Tainan Station with 5 trips/day.
- Bus 239: Tainan Airport – Cieding with 4 trips/day.
Note:
- Ticket price: 18 TWD/ trip (about 13,500 VND)
- Travel time: 30 minutes
5.2. Taxi
If you are traveling in a group and have a lot of luggage, the fastest option to save time is to take a taxi right at the arrival hall exit of Tainan International Airport. There are many taxis available in various forms for you to choose from.
- Ticket price: The starting price is 85 TWD (~ 65,000 VND) for 1.5 km and a fee of 5 TWD (~ 4,000 VND) for the next 250m.
- Travel time: 20 minutes
- If you have bulky luggage, you can add an extra fee of 10 TWD. Additionally, if you travel at night (23:00 - 6:00), you will incur an additional 20% surcharge.
5.3. Car rental
If you have an international driver's license, you can rent a car to drive from the airport to the city center of Tainan. Currently, there are many car rental companies that allow you to pick up and drop off the car right at the airport, so you won't have to worry about transportation.
6. Distance from Tainan Airport to famous tourist destinations in Taiwan
6.1. From Tainan Airport to Chimei Museum
Only about 2 km from Tainan Airport, Chimei Museum is one of the most beautiful European-style art museums in Asia. It has a vast collection of musical instruments, weapons, and natural history, especially the largest violin collection in the world. Outside, Chimei Museum impresses like a mythical paradise of Greece.
6.2. From Tainan Airport to Anping Tree House
Anping Tree House is about 11 km from Tainan Airport. Anping Tree House is an old house located next to a giant banyan tree, gradually being covered by roots and large branches that penetrate through the roof. They create a unique natural masterpiece in the world.
6.3. From Tainan Airport to Qigu Salt Mountain
Located more than 40 km from Tainan Airport, Qigu Salt Mountain is a very famous ecological tourist destination. The entire mountain is covered with fine white salt layers, and from a distance, many tourists mistake it for a snow mountain. On the way, you can also admire the beautiful pristine rocky scenery and feel the tranquility and peace of life here.
To update the flight schedule of Tainan Airport and the latest ticket prices for flights, please visit https://www.vietjetair.com/vi/ve-may-bay/ve-may-bay-di-dai-nam/.
