Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Airport name | Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport |
| Chinese name | 臺灣桃園國際機場 |
| IATA code | TPE |
| ICAO code | RCTP |
| Airport type | International / Civil |
| Location | Dayuan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan |
| Distance from Taipei | Approximately 30.9 km west of Taipei City |
| Opened | February 26, 1979 |
| Operator | Taoyuan International Airport Corporation Ltd. |
| Main airport serving | Taipei and northern Taiwan |
| Official website | http://www.taoyuan-airport.com/ |
| Wiki page | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taoyuan_International_Airport |
| Airport administration phone | +886-3-306-2043 / +886-3-306-2044 |
| Customer-service email | customer-service@mail.taoyuan-airport.com |
| Emergency / urgent airport response | +886-3-306-3550 — Operations Control Center, 24-hour emergency-response contact |
| Taiwan emergency services | 119 – Fire & ambulance; 110 – Police |
| Airport reference coordinates | 25°04′49″N, 121°13′56″E |
| Runways | 05L/23R: 3,660 m; 05R/23L: 3,800 m |
| Public transport | Taoyuan Airport MRT connects the airport with the Taipei metropolitan area |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the airport code for Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport?
The IATA airport code is TPE, while its ICAO identifier is RCTP.
2. Is Taoyuan Airport the same as Taipei Airport?
No. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is the principal international airport serving Taipei and northern Taiwan. Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is a separate airport located within Taipei and handles a different mix of domestic and international services.
3. Where exactly is TPE Airport located?
The airport is in Dayuan District, Taoyuan City, Taiwan, west of Taipei. Official aeronautical information places it about 30.9 km west of Taipei City.
4. How do passengers travel between TPE and Taipei?
The Taoyuan Airport MRT provides a direct rail connection between the airport and the Taipei metropolitan area, making it one of the principal public-transport options for arriving and departing passengers.
5. How many terminals does Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport have?
The airport’s passenger operations are centered around Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, with further airport expansion and development underway. Current flight-specific terminal information should always be checked with the operating airline or airport before departure.
6. What should I do if I have an emergency at TPE?
For an immediate fire or ambulance emergency in Taiwan, call 119; for police assistance, call 110. Airport operational emergencies can also be reported to the airport’s Operations Control Center.
7. Is TPE Airport an international airport?
Yes. It is Taiwan’s principal airport for international aviation and serves destinations throughout Asia and beyond.
8. Can passengers get tourist assistance at the airport?
Yes. Taiwan’s Tourism Administration operates tourist service counters in both passenger terminals. It also provides a 24-hour toll-free travel consultation hotline: 0800-011-765.
9. Who operates Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport?
The airport is operated by Taoyuan International Airport Corporation Ltd., which took over airport operating responsibilities in 2010.
10. What is the best way to identify TPE when booking a flight?
Look for TPE in the airport-code field. This distinguishes Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport from other airports serving the Taipei area, particularly Taipei Songshan Airport, whose IATA code is TSA.