Hualien Airport shares its runway with Chiashan Air Force Base. Military exercises can occasionally affect civilian flights, so check your flight status before leaving for the airport.

Which airlines fly from Hualien Airport?

Uni Air flies between Hualien and Taipei Songshan, while Mandarin Airlines serves Taichung and Kaohsiung.

Are there international flights at Hualien Airport?

Scheduled flights at Hualien Airport are domestic. International services run as charters, so check the latest options before you plan.

Can I take the train from Hualien Airport?

Yes. Beipu railway station is within walking distance of the airport and has trains along the east coast line.

Which bus goes from Hualien Airport to Hualien railway station?

Local bus 1123 connects the airport with Hualien railway station and the city.

Is Hualien Airport a good base for visiting Taroko National Park?

Yes, the park lies north of the airport. Check the latest access and trail status before your visit, as some areas may be closed.

What is there to see right next to Hualien Airport?

Qixingtan Beach, a pebbly bay facing the Pacific Ocean, is next to the airport and makes an easy stop before or after a flight.

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Hualien, Taiwan | Taroko Dali Trail One-Day Hike

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[Recommended Chartered Car] Hualien 3-Day Tour｜Sando Space & Guangfu Sugar Factory & Taroko & Qingshui Cliff｜Departure from Hualien City

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3 Days 2 Nights Leisure Cycling Tour of East Rift Valley | Giant Travel Agency Cycling Tour | Departing from Hualien

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Hualien Airport overview

Hualien Airport (IATA: HUN, ICAO: RCYU) serves Hualien County on Taiwan's east coast. It opened in 1962 and shares its runway with Chiashan Air Force Base, so civilian flights operate alongside the Republic of China Air Force.

For many travellers, it is a quick way to reach the east coast without the long journey over or around the Central Mountain Range.

Location: Hualien Airport and Hualien City

The airport is in Xincheng Township, a short drive north of Hualien City. The trip into the city centre usually takes around 20 minutes by road.

Terminal and facilities at Hualien Airport

A single passenger terminal handles domestic flights and occasional international charters. Its design draws on both classical Chinese and Taiwanese Indigenous architecture. The building also has a viewing area where you can watch aircraft on the runway.

Airlines and routes at Hualien Airport

Scheduled flights are domestic. Uni Air links Hualien with Taipei Songshan, and Mandarin Airlines flies to Taichung and Kaohsiung. International service is limited to charter flights, so check the current schedule if you are hoping to fly abroad directly.

Getting from Hualien Airport to the city

Bus: local bus 1123 runs between the airport, Hualien railway station and the city.
Train: Beipu station is within walking distance, with trains along the east coast line.
Taxi: taxis wait outside the terminal and are the quickest way to your hotel.

Things to do near Hualien

Qixingtan Beach, a pebbly bay with views of the Pacific, is right next to the airport. Taroko National Park lies to the north, famous for its marble gorge, though check the latest access and trail status before you go. In the evening, Dongdamen Night Market in Hualien City is a lively place to try local food.

Travel tips for Hualien Airport

Because the airport is shared with the air force, military exercises can occasionally affect civilian flights. Check your flight status on the day of travel. Typhoons in summer and early autumn can also cause delays, so keep your plans flexible in that season.

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