Taipei Airports Guide: Taoyuan vs. Songshan (Arrivals, Terminals & Transfers)
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About Taipei Airports: Taoyuan vs. Songshan
Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is your main international hub – 99% of overseas flights land here.
Songshan Airport (TSA) is the city-center airport for domestic or quick hops to Japan/Korea.
| Airport | Code | Flights | Distance to Taipei | Travel Time to City |
| Taoyuan | TPE | Long-haul (USA, Europe), Asia | 40km | 35-60 mins |
| Songshan | TSA | Tokyo, Seoul, Shanghai, domestic | 3km | 10-15 mins |
💡 Reality check: Fly into Taoyuan if coming from outside Asia. Use Songshan if flying regionally (saves 2+ hours transit).
Taoyuan Airport - Arrivals & Departures Guide
Credit: ANA, Taoyuan Airport - Departures
Taoyuan Airport - Departures
- Check-in: Terminal 1 (3F) or Terminal 2 (3F).
- Lines open 3 hours before flight, close 60 mins before (45 mins for China flights).
- Security: Expect 15-30 min queues. Pro tip: Gate A1 (T1) and C1 (T2) are fastest.
- Immigration: E-Gates for Taiwan passport holders; foreigners use manual lanes (20-40 mins).
- Gates: Walking time up to 25 mins – Skytrain between T1/T2 gates runs every 4 mins (free).
Taoyuan Airport - Arrivals
- Immigration: Fill out the blue arrival card (handed on plane). Priority lines for families/elderly.
- Baggage Claim: Belts 1-8 (T1), 9-22 (T2). Wait: ~20-40 mins.
- Customs:
- Green channel: Nothing to declare.
- Red channel: Goods over NT$20,000 (≈$635) or restricted items.
- Exit: Follow signs to buses/taxis/MRT.
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From Taoyuan To Taipei - Airport Transfers Explained
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| Option | Where | Cost | Time | Frequency |
| Airport MRT | B1, T1/T2 | NT$160 (≈$5) | 35 mins | Every 7-15 mins (06:00-23:00) |
| Bus #1819 | Arrival Hall 1 | NT$135 (≈$4.3) | 50-70 mins | Every 15-20 mins |
| Taxi | Exit Doors 1-26 | NT$1,100-1,300 (≈$35-$41) | 40-60 mins | 24/7 |
| Private Transfer | Pre-book (Klook/KKday) | NT$900-1,200 (≈$29-$38) | 40-50 mins | On-demand |
🚨 Critical notes:
- MRT Express (purple train) is faster than Commuter (blue).
- Bus #1819 drops at Taipei Main Station – avoid rush hour (07:00-09:00, 17:00-19:00).
- Taxis charge +50% (NT$1,800/≈$57) 23:00-06:00.
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Taoyuan Airport - Layout Map & Terminals
Credit: ANA
Are Taoyuan Airport T1 and T2 Connected?
Yes, two ways to transfer:
- Skytrain: Free, 2 mins, runs 06:00-00:00 (inside security, airside).
- Walking Tunnel: 10-min walk (landside, before security).
Taoyuan Airport - Terminal 1 (T1) Layout
| Level | What’s There |
| 4F | Food court (Mos Burger, Starbucks), Viewing Deck |
| 3F | Check-in counters A-K, Priority Pass Lounges (The Garden, Plaza Premium) |
| 2F | Gates B1-B10, Priority Lane security |
| 1F | Arrivals, Bus stops, Taxi queue |
| B1 | Airport MRT, 7-Eleven, Lockers (NT$100/≈$3.2 per day) |
Taoyuan Airport - Terminal 2 (T2) Layout
| Level | What’s There |
| 4F | Din Tai Fung, Food court, Sky Lounge |
| 3F | Check-in counters 1-22, EVA Air Lounges (Infinity, The Star) |
| 2F | Gates C1-C10, D1-D10, Prayer Room |
| 1F | Arrivals, Kuo-Kuang Bus counter |
| B1 | MRT, FamilyMart, Showers (NT$300/≈$9.5 for 30 mins) |
Taoyuan Airport: Lounges, Food, Sleep & Wi-Fi
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Taoyuan Airport - Lounges (Airside)
Worth it for showers, quiet, and real food. No status? Pay to enter:
| Lounge | Terminal | Access | Key Perks |
| Plaza Premium | T1 (Gate B7) | Priority Pass, NT$1,200 (≈$38) | Showers, noodles, quiet pods |
| EVA Air Infinity | T2 (Gate C3) | Business class, Priority Pass | Taiwanese beef noodles, champagne |
| The Garden | T1 (Gate A5) | Priority Pass, DragonPass | Tea bar, tarmac views |
Taoyuan Airport - Where to Eat
Skip overpriced plane food. Eat here instead:
| Type | T1 Spots | T2 Spots | Hours | Must-Try |
| Taiwanese | Chun Shui Tang (3F) | Din Tai Fung (4F) | 06:00-22:00 | Beef noodle soup (NT$220 / ~$7) |
| Quick Bites | MOS Burger (B1) | Starbucks (3F) | 05:30-23:00 | Teriyaki chicken burger (NT$110 / ~$3.5) |
| 24-Hour | 7-Eleven (B1) | FamilyMart (B1) | 24/7 | Tea eggs (NT$10 / ~$0.3) |
| Coffee | Louisa Coffee (3F) | UCC Cafe (4F) | 07:00-21:00 | Iced latte (NT$95 / ~$3) |
- Din Tai Fung at T2: Avoid 11:00-13:00 – lines hit 60+ mins.
- 7-Eleven: Buy bottled water (NT$25 / ~$0.8) before security – 3x cheaper than airside.
Taoyuan Airport - Where to Sleep
Overnight layover? Here’s how to survive:
| Spot | Location | Cost (Approx.) | Details |
| Chic Sleep Pods | T1 B1 (landside) | NT$400/hr (~$13) | - Soundproof pods - USB charging |
| Free Rest Areas | Near Gate A9 (T1) | FREE | - Recliners - Bring earplugs (noisy AC) |
| Near Gate D1 (T2) | FREE | - Dim lighting - Few power outlets |
Taoyuan Airport - Other Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi: Connect to “Airport Free WiFi” → open browser to activate.
- Charging: Outlets under seats at Gates A1, B6 (T1), C2, D8 (T2).
- Luggage Wrapping: T1 (3F), T2 (3F) – NT$150/bag (≈$4.8).
- Showers T1 (Gate B7), T2 (B1 Plaza Premium). Cost is about NT$300/30 mins (~$9.5) - Towels + toiletries included.
*All the cost above may change, so it's just for reference to give you a rough idea!
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How to transfer from Taoyuan Airport to Songshan Airport?
Credit: Wikipedia, Taoyuan MRT
- Bus #1840: Direct, NT$140 (≈$4.5), 70 mins. Leaves T1 Bus Bay 9.
- MRT + HSR: Total: 55-65 mins, NT$305 (≈$9.7)
- TPE → Taoyuan HSR (shuttle bus, 20 mins)
- Taoyuan HSR → Taipei Main (20 mins, NT$140/≈$4.5)
- Taipei Main → Songshan (Green Line MRT, 15 mins, NT$25/≈$0.8)
| Route | Cost | Time |
| TPE → TSA | NT$140 (≈$4.5) | 65-80 mins |
| TSA → TPE | NT$305 (≈$9.7) | 55-70 mins |
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Songshan Airport (TSA) Guide: Terminals, Arrivals/Departures, Facilities
Credit: ANA
Songshan’s downtown location saves 2+ hours vs. Taoyuan – but facilities are basic. Use it for regional flights or to Japan/Korea/China. Arrive 1.5 hrs early – only 4 security lanes (long queues for 07:00 Tokyo flights). There's no airside convenience stores – buy water/snacks landside.
Songshan Airport - Terminal Layout
| Terminal | Flights | Walking Time | Key Gates |
| West Terminal | Domestic ONLY (UNI Air) | → 3 mins via bridge | Gates 1-12 |
| East Terminal | International (Tokyo, Seoul, Shanghai) | ← 3 mins via bridge | Gates 21-36 (Gate 25 = Japan flights) |
🚨 Critical notes:
- Check your terminal BEFORE arriving – West/East don’t share check-in counters.
- Free shuttle bus runs every 10 mins (24/7) if you have heavy luggage.
Songshan Airport - Arrivals & Departures Flow
Departures (East Terminal):
Check-in (3F) → 2. Security (15-20 min queues) → 3. Immigration → 4. Gates
Cutoff: Check-in closes 60 mins before flight; gates close 20 mins prior.
Arrivals (East Terminal):
Immigration (Foreigners: 20-40 mins) → 2. Baggage Claim (Belts 1-4) → 3. Exit to city
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Songshan Airport - Facilities That Matter
| Service | Location | Hours | Key Info |
| Lounges | EVA Air Lounge (East, Gate 25) | 06:00-21:00 | Priority Pass accepted |
| 24-Hour Food | 7-Eleven (West Terminal, landside) | 24/7 | Rice balls (NT$35/≈$1.1), coffee |
| Coffee | Starbucks (East, Gate 28) | 05:30-22:00 | No outlets – charge beforehand |
| Wi-Fi | "TSA Free WiFi" | 24/7 | Open browser to activate |
| Charging | Near Gate 32 (East) | 24/7 | Bring US-style (Type A) adapter |
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