Kaohsiung Airport Transfers (KHH)
Kaohsiung Airport (KHH), officially Kaohsiung International Airport, serves Kaohsiung and southern Taiwan. Book a private airport transfer to an eligible city or regional destination.
Kaohsiung Airport Transfer at a Glance
How to Get from Kaohsiung Airport
The main ways to leave Kaohsiung Airport are a pre-booked private transfer, a metered taxi, an app-booked taxi, the Kaohsiung MRT Red Line, selected intercity buses and car rental. MRT Exit 6 serves the international terminal and Exit 2 the domestic terminal. Choose according to the exact destination, terminal, luggage, group size and operating hours.
Kaohsiung Airport Transfer Guide
AirportTransferNow offers private airport transfer booking from Kaohsiung Airport to eligible hotels, residences, rail hubs and regional destinations. A booked vehicle provides a direct road journey from the meeting point stated in the confirmation to the complete address entered during booking.
Enter the full destination rather than only “Kaohsiung”. Xiaogang and central districts are south of the city’s main rail connections, while Zuoying High Speed Rail station is farther north on the MRT Red Line. Tainan, Kenting and other destinations outside the city require separate regional planning. A hotel name without its district may not provide enough information for the correct journey.
Confirm whether the flight uses the international or domestic terminal. Both terminals have arrival-curb taxi areas and their own MRT access, but they use different exits and signed pickup points. AirportTransferNow meeting instructions depend on the selected booking and should not be replaced with directions for the taxi queue or app-booked taxi zone.
A private transfer can suit families, groups, substantial luggage, destinations away from the MRT and journeys requiring door-to-door travel beyond central Kaohsiung. Available routes, vehicles and live prices depend on the date, passenger requirements and booking availability.
Pickup at Kaohsiung Airport
International passengers should complete passport control, collect checked baggage and clear customs before entering the public arrivals area on the first floor. Domestic passengers follow the baggage-reclaim and exit signs in the separate domestic terminal. Check the flight details rather than assuming which building is correct.
For orientation, the airport’s queued taxis collect at the arrival curbside of both terminals: the official directions place the international queue to the left after leaving arrivals near Gate 1 and the domestic queue to the right near Gate 3. MRT Exit 6 serves the international terminal and Exit 2 serves the domestic terminal.
These public transport locations are not a universal private-transfer meeting point. For an AirportTransferNow booking, follow the exact location, contact details and procedure in the booking confirmation. Keep it accessible after landing and use airport signs to reach the stated point.
Taxi from Kaohsiung Airport
Metered taxis queue at the first-floor arrival curbside of both Kaohsiung Airport terminals. From international arrivals, the official queue is to the left outside Gate 1 near the convenience store; from domestic arrivals, turn right toward Gate 3. Use the signed, authorized queue and avoid unlicensed vehicles.
The airport states that queued taxi fares are metered. Its detailed transport page lists an NT$50 surcharge for pickups at the international terminal and no corresponding surcharge for the domestic terminal. The final total still depends on the destination, distance, waiting time and any current tariff rules, so do not rely on a generic fixed city-centre estimate.
Pre-booked and app-dispatched taxis use a designated pickup point behind MRT Exit 2, between the domestic and international terminals, under an airport pilot introduced in June 2026. Follow the current app and airport staff directions because that zone is separate from the ordinary taxi ranks. It is also separate from an AirportTransferNow transfer; the customer confirmation controls the meeting point for the booked service.
Public Transport from Kaohsiung Airport
Kaohsiung International Airport Station (R4) is on the MRT Red Line and directly serves the airport. Exit 2 connects with the domestic terminal, while Exit 6 connects with the international terminal. Northbound trains serve central Kaohsiung and continue to Zuoying for the Taiwan High Speed Rail station. Passengers changing to the Orange Line transfer at Formosa Boulevard (R10/O5). Check the live train and first-and-last-service information before travel.
The airport also has intercity bus services. Current official information lists southbound routes toward Fangliao and Kenting, including an airport express option, and a northbound service to Tainan. Tickets for the southbound Pingtung Bus services are available at the operator counter in the international arrivals hall near Gate 5. Routes and schedules can change, so verify the current departure before relying on a connection.
The MRT can suit travelers whose destination is near the Red or Orange Line and who can manage their luggage. Intercity buses may avoid returning into central Kaohsiung for selected regional destinations, but hotel delivery and luggage handling differ from a private road transfer.
Private Transfer vs Taxi and Public Transport
A pre-booked private transfer provides a direct road journey to the submitted address and supplies meeting instructions before arrival. It can suit groups, substantial luggage, properties away from the MRT and eligible regional journeys that would otherwise require a rail or bus change.
A queued airport taxi is also direct and uses the regulated meter system, with a published surcharge for international-terminal pickup. It provides flexibility without booking a route in advance, although the final total varies with distance, waiting and the current tariff. App-booked taxis use a separate designated area between the terminals.
The MRT gives the airport a direct connection to central Kaohsiung, Formosa Boulevard and Zuoying. It avoids road traffic but may require walking, a line change or last-mile transport. Intercity buses directly serve selected northern and southern corridors, including Tainan and the Kenting direction, but are timetable-dependent. Compare the whole door-to-door journey, including terminal access, operating hours, luggage and onward connections.
Kaohsiung Airport Transfer Prices
AirportTransferNow transfer prices depend on the complete destination address, travel date, vehicle category, passenger count and booking availability. A central Kaohsiung hotel, Zuoying station and a regional destination are different journey requests. Enter the exact address to view eligible vehicles and a live price.
Airport taxis charge by meter rather than a universal fixed airport fare. The airport currently publishes an NT$50 surcharge for international-terminal pickup, while distance, waiting and current tariff rules affect the total. App-booked taxi prices depend on the service and live quote.
MRT and bus fares are charged per passenger. Include any additional ticket, line change, walk or last-mile taxi when comparing their full cost with a direct road journey.
Tips for Your Kaohsiung Airport Transfer
Provide the correct flight number and complete destination address. The international and domestic terminals use different exits, while central Kaohsiung, Zuoying, Tainan and Kenting require distinct onward plans. Include the hotel district or station name where relevant.
Save the booking confirmation offline and allow time for immigration, customs and baggage reclaim on an international arrival. If connecting to a separate high-speed train, intercity bus or ferry service, add a practical margin instead of relying on a fixed airport-to-terminal journey time.
MRT passengers should check the current first and last train information and any interchange at Formosa Boulevard. Intercity-bus users should confirm the latest timetable and boarding instructions. Travelers ordering an app-based taxi should follow the airport’s current designated-zone directions, as the pre-booked taxi arrangement is a pilot and may change.
Meet & Greet
Meet & Greet service is available with AirportTransferNow transfer bookings. Follow the meeting-point instructions provided in your booking confirmation, as the exact procedure and location may vary by airport, terminal and booking.
About Kaohsiung International Airport
Kaohsiung International Airport is in Xiaogang District, about nine kilometres southeast of central Kaohsiung according to Taiwan’s aeronautical information. It is a major gateway for southern Taiwan, so arriving passengers may be traveling into Kaohsiung, connecting with high-speed rail at Zuoying or continuing to a regional destination such as Tainan or Kenting. The full address matters because these journeys follow very different corridors.
The airport has separate international and domestic passenger terminals. International arrivals pass through passport control, baggage reclaim and customs before entering the public arrivals area; domestic passengers use the adjacent domestic terminal. Ground-transport access differs by terminal, making the flight and arrival terminal important for pickup planning.
Kaohsiung International Airport Station (R4) is directly connected to both terminals on the MRT Red Line. Metered taxis wait at the arrival curbside, app-booked taxis have a designated area between the terminals, and intercity buses serve selected destinations north and south. A direct road transfer can be useful when the final property is not close to an MRT station or when luggage and group size make changes impractical.
Kaohsiung Airport Transfer FAQs
Helpful answers for planning your airport transfer.
How do I book a transfer from Kaohsiung Airport?
Select Kaohsiung Airport (KHH), enter the arrival flight, date, passenger count and complete destination address, then choose from the vehicles available for that request. Confirm whether the flight is domestic or international. The booking confirmation provides the exact pickup and meeting-point instructions.
Which terminal pickup point should I use at Kaohsiung Airport?
Kaohsiung Airport has separate international and domestic terminals, and the correct pickup point depends on the transport service. Queued taxis, app-booked taxis and MRT entrances use different locations. For an AirportTransferNow transfer, follow the exact terminal and meeting instructions in your confirmation rather than choosing a public taxi or MRT point.
Are taxis metered at Kaohsiung Airport?
Yes. Authorized queued taxis at Kaohsiung Airport use meters and collect from the first-floor arrival curbside of both terminals. The airport’s detailed transport page currently lists an NT$50 surcharge for international-terminal pickup. The final fare depends on the destination, distance, waiting and current tariff rules.
Can I take the MRT from Kaohsiung Airport?
Yes. Kaohsiung International Airport Station (R4) is on the Red Line. Exit 6 connects with the international terminal and Exit 2 with the domestic terminal. The line serves central Kaohsiung and Zuoying High Speed Rail station; change at Formosa Boulevard for the Orange Line. Check current service times before travel.
How much does a Kaohsiung Airport transfer cost?
The price depends on the exact destination, date, passenger count, vehicle category and booking availability. Enter the full hotel, station or regional address in the AirportTransferNow booking interface to see current vehicle options and a live price for the requested Kaohsiung Airport journey.