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Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Online Check-in
Taiwan's main international airport and EVA Air + China Airlines' hub. Two terminals (T1 + T2) with future T3 under construction. Major Asian transit hub between East Asia and Southeast Asia.
Now at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
- Security wait (today, avg) 18 min
- Disruption No reported disruption
- Weather impact Clear, 14 °C
Quick information
Airlines we cover at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport hosts about 70 airlines in total. We have terminal-specific check-in pages for the 2 listed below. Pick yours to see counters, bag-drop, and online check-in details.
How to check in for a flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
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Check in online before you leave home
Most airlines open online check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It saves time at the airport and avoids airport-counter fees on low-cost carriers.
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Arrive at the right terminal
TPE has 2 terminal(s). Check your airline's terminal in the table above before you set off.
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Drop off checked baggage
Counters typically open 2 hours before departure and close 40 minutes before. Use self-service bag-drop kiosks to save time.
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Pass security
Liquids must be in a single transparent bag, max 100 ml each. Laptops and large electronics out of bags. Submit your security wait time below to help others.
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Reach your gate on time
Most airlines close the gate 20 minutes before departure. Allow 5–15 minutes to walk from security to the gate.
Tips for Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
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Airport MRT direct to Taipei
Taoyuan Airport MRT (Purple Line) direct to Taipei Main Station in 35 min for NT$160. Trains every 15 min. Cheapest + fastest option.
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Visa-free for many nationalities
Taiwan offers visa-free entry to most EU, US, UK, AU, CA, JP, KR passport holders for 30–90 days tourism. e-Visa for some others.
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China connection requires care
Taiwan and mainland China have separate visa rules + airline restrictions. Some airlines won't transit between Taiwan + mainland directly. Verify carefully.
Popular destinations from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Which terminal does EVA Air use at TPE?
EVA Air uses Terminal 2 — the newer terminal at Taoyuan. Star Alliance partners (UA, ANA, LH) also at T2. China Airlines + SkyTeam at T1. Free shuttle between terminals.
How do I get from TPE to Taipei?
Taoyuan Airport MRT direct to Taipei Main in 35 min for NT$160. Bus to multiple districts: NT$140–200, 60–90 min. Taxi: NT$1,300–1,500, 35–50 min.
Can I use Taiwan dollars at TPE?
Yes — TWD is the local currency. ATMs at airport accept foreign cards. EasyCard or iPASS rechargeable cards work for MRT, buses, convenience stores.
Official sources
The check-in details on this page are sourced from each airline's website. For terminal layout, opening hours, and ground-side services, see the Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport official site below.
- Wikipedia: Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport — Editorial overview, history, statistics.
- FlightRadar24: TPE live data — Live flight arrivals, departures, and delays.
- gov.uk travel advice — Up-to-date entry requirements and security guidance for Taiwan.