Flying from Taichung Airport (RMQ) to Jeju Airport (CJU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Taichung Airport to Jeju Airport is 2 hours.
Jeju is one hour ahead of Taichung and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Your RMQ to CJU flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Tigerair Taiwan is your gateway to discovering Jeju (and perhaps some other great corners of South Korea!). Check out the direct flights from Taichung Airport to Jeju Airport offered by this carrier.
Tigerair Taiwan tops the list for bookings on this route.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Taichung Airport to Jeju Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RMQ and CJU:
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Nanking / Nanjing Airport
Gimhae International Airport
Handy information about Taichung Airport (RMQ)
The address for RMQ is 42 Jhongcing Road.
Taichung Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 91% of flights that take off from RMQ land on time.
To reach Taichung Airport from central Taichung, it'll take around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near RMQ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Taichung Airport to Jeju Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Jeju Airport (CJU)
Book a hotel close to CJU if you're catching a late Taichung Airport to Jeju Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Jeju Airport rental car and discover Jeju and beyond with your own wheels. Rainbow rental, TamRa and 패밀리렌트카 are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Jeju Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Jeju Airport (CJU) to central Jeju
Jeju Airport to the centre of Jeju has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 3 kms (2 miles) away.
It typically takes 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Jeju Airport (CJU)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Taichung Airport to Jeju Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Jeju. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Taichung Airport to Jeju Airport for August if you'd like to go to Jeju during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RMQ to CJU in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is just one of the many cities in South Korea waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Jeju. Around 451 kms (280 miles) away to the north, its best attractions include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in South Korea, consider Busan, roughly 306 kms (190 miles) north-east of Jeju. Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge are key reasons to visit.
