Flying from Taichung Airport (RMQ) to Kobe Airport (UKB): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Taichung Airport to Kobe Airport.
The timezone in Osaka is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Taichung.
Take your pick of seven weekly Taichung Airport to Kobe Airport flights. The 08:45 departure with Starlux Airlines is the earliest available. Starlux Airlines operates the last service of the day at 08:45.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your RMQ to UKB flight.
Flying during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Osaka (and then discovering more of Japan!) is a snap with STARLUX Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Taichung Airport to Kobe Airport.
STARLUX Airlines is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Handy information about Taichung Airport (RMQ)
The address for RMQ is 42 Jhongcing Road.
91% of flights leaving Taichung Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from RMQ.
Taichung Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Taichung. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Taichung Airport to Kobe Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to RMQ:
Arriving at Kobe Airport (UKB)
If you're arriving on a late Taichung Airport to Kobe Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near UKB:
Follow your own route with a Kobe Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Times or Rakuten and experience more of Osaka and beyond.
Boost your chances of getting the best rate by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your ride from Kobe Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a smart idea.
When to fly to Kobe Airport (UKB)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Taichung Airport to Kobe Airport. April is the most popular month to visit Osaka. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Osaka is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Taichung Airport to Kobe Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from RMQ to UKB in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Osaka, now it's time to explore more of Japan. Travel around 402 kilometres east to Tokyo to tick off its popular sights. From Tokyo Skytree to Fushimi Inari Daimyojin and Sensho-ji, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Nagoya is another standout destination in Japan and is around 137 kilometres north-east of Osaka. No trip is complete without seeing Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.