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Taiwan's central gateway serving Taichung and greater Midwest Taiwan.
Opened
1936
Location
Taichung, Taiwan
Taichung International Airport, officially known as Ching Chuang Kang Airport (CCK), is a dual-use civil and military airport located in the Qingshui District of Taichung City, Taiwan. It serves as the primary international airport for central Taiwan, offering flights to destinations across East and Southeast Asia.
The airport shares its facilities with Ching Chuang Kang Air Base of the Republic of China Air Force, making it one of Taiwan's key joint-use aviation facilities. It underwent significant expansion and upgrades in the early 2000s to accommodate growing passenger demand and to handle larger commercial aircraft.
Although smaller than Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, Taichung International Airport has grown in importance as a regional hub, particularly for low-cost carriers and charter flights connecting central Taiwan to destinations in mainland China, Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia.
Terminals
The airport operates a single passenger terminal building designed to handle both international and domestic traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include public buses and taxi services connecting the airport to central Taichung city and surrounding areas.
Airlines here
Major carriers operating at Taichung include China Airlines, EVA Air, Tigerair Taiwan, and various low-cost carriers serving regional Asian routes.
Notable facts
- ›The airport is jointly operated as a civilian airport and an active Republic of China Air Force base.
- ›IATA code RMQ reflects the local romanization of the Qingshui (Chinshui) area.
- ›The airport saw a major boost in cross-strait flights following the expansion of direct links with mainland China after 2008.
- ›It is located approximately 18 kilometers from central Taichung city.
- ›The airport has served as an important logistics and relief hub during regional disaster response operations.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
