Chiayi Airport
Shuishang, Taiwan
Chiayi Airport
Central Taiwan's dual-use gateway serving Chiayi City.
- ›Chiayi Airport is a joint civil-military facility shared with the Republic of China Air Force.
- ›It primarily serves domestic routes to Penghu (Magong) and Kinmen islands.
- ›The airport was originally established during the Japanese colonial period.
- ›It serves as a gateway for tourists visiting the Alishan National Scenic Area.
- ›The airport's ICAO code is RCKU, reflecting its location in Shuishang, Chiayi County.
Chiayi Airport, officially known as Chiayi Airport (IATA: CYI), is a small regional airport located in Shuishang Township, Chiayi County, in central-southern Taiwan. Originally developed as a military airfield, it now serves a dual civil-military purpose and handles limited domestic traffic. The airport serves as a convenient access point for travelers heading to Alishan National Scenic Area and the broader Chiayi region.
- Domestic Terminal — A compact single terminal handling domestic arrivals and departures with basic passenger amenities.
- Taxi services available outside the terminal
- Local bus routes connecting Shuishang to Chiayi City
- Rental car services in the vicinity
- Private shuttle arrangements to Alishan and tourist areas
- Chateau de Chine Hotel Chiayi
- Kindness Hotel Chiayi
- Chiayi Landis Hotel
- Hotel Gala Chiayi
Dining options inside the terminal are limited, with only basic snack and beverage counters available to passengers. Chiayi City, a short drive away, is renowned for its turkey rice (huo ji fan) and creative tofufu dishes, offering excellent local culinary experiences. Visitors heading to Alishan can also find mountain tea houses and indigenous cuisine along the scenic route.
- Confirm your flight schedule in advance as services are infrequent and subject to seasonal changes.
- Book transport to Alishan early, especially during peak cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons.
- Chiayi City center is approximately 15–20 minutes by taxi and offers far more dining and accommodation options.
- The airport has minimal retail, so bring sufficient cash and any travel necessities before arrival.
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Chiayi Airport, commonly known as Shueishang Airport, is an airport in Shuishang Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan. The airport has one runway, and it is used as a civilian airport and is co-located next to Chiayi Air Base. Chiayi Airport is envisioned as a gateway to the Alishan National Scenic Area, a popular tourist destination in Taiwan.
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