Cheap flights from Istanbul to Kaohsiung from £285

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Fri, Jul 17
Istanbul ISTKaohsiung KHH
£285
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Thu, Jul 16
Istanbul ISTKaohsiung KHH
£306
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Fri, Jul 17 – Wed, Jul 22
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£569
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Fri, Jul 17 – Fri, Jul 24
Istanbul ISTKaohsiung KHH
£572
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Fri, Jul 17 – Wed, Jul 22
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How much do flights to Kaohsiung cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£285

Cheapest round-trip

£569

Average round-trip

£678

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

Hong Kong Express Airways

Getting from Kaohsiung airport to the city center

The fastest option is the MRT Red Line, while budget travelers often choose city buses

Kaohsiung is served by Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH), located just 6 km south of the city center. This compact distance makes airport transfers to city center destinations quick and affordable. The most popular options include the Kaohsiung MRT Red Line, which connects directly to the airport terminal, as well as city buses, taxis, and ride-hailing services. Journey times typically range from 15 to 30 minutes depending on your final destination and chosen transport mode.

Transport Option

Typical time

Typical cost

Frequency

Best for

15-20 min

TWD 35–50 (~USD 1–1.50); varies by destination

every 4–10 min (traffic dependent)

fastest and most reliable

25-45 min

TWD 12–30 (~USD 0.40–1); EasyCard accepted

every 15–30 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

15-25 min

TWD 200–350 (~USD 6–11); metered fare

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

15-25 min

TWD 180–320 (~USD 5.50–10); surge pricing may apply

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

cashless payment option

15-25 min

TWD 500–1000 (~USD 15–30); pre-booked

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups or premium service

15-30 min

TWD 1500–3000 (~USD 45–90) per day

on-demand during office hours (traffic dependent)

exploring beyond the city

Notes:

  • Prices in TWD; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • EasyCard and iPASS are accepted on MRT and city buses for convenient cashless payment.
  • The MRT station is located in the basement of the domestic terminal, with a short walk from the international terminal.
  • Taxi fares are metered; a small surcharge may apply for airport pickups.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Kaohsiung

Depart from
Istanbul Airport
Arrive to
Kaohsiung International
Average flights per week
400
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Istanbul to Kaohsiung

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Hong Kong Express AirwaysHKEUONo
Cathay PacificCPACXNo
IndiGo AirlinesIGO6ENo
China Eastern AirlinesCESMUYes
AirAsiaAXMAKNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Kaohsiung

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January22°C17°C
February23°C18°C
March25°C20°C
April27°C23°C
May29°C25°C
June30°C26°C
July30°C26°C
August30°C26°C
September30°C26°C
October29°C24°C
November27°C22°C
December23°C19°C
Hottest Month
30°C
July
Coldest month
17°C
January
Sunny days
259
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
11 Jul
85%
30°C27°C
18 Jul
22%
32°C28°C
Sunday
12 Jul
85%
30°C29°C
19 Jul
41%
32°C27°C
Monday
13 Jul
82%
30°C28°C
20 Jul
81%
30°C27°C
Tuesday
14 Jul
85%
30°C27°C
21 Jul
40%
30°C28°C
Wednesday
15 Jul
84%
30°C28°C
22 Jul
61%
31°C27°C
Thursday
16 Jul
80%
30°C28°C
23 Jul
57%
31°C27°C
Friday
17 Jul
72%
31°C28°C
24 Jul
37%
31°C28°C
Travelers usually depart from Istanbul Airport, or Sabiha Gökçen International when they travel from Istanbul to Kaohsiung. The most popular airlines for this route are Hong Kong Express Airways, Cathay Pacific, IndiGo Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and AirAsia. Istanbul and Kaohsiung have 400 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Istanbul?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Istanbul and London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Antalya, Kayseri, Newcastle upon Tyne, Nevşehir, Budapest, Dubai, Belfast, Tel Aviv, İzmir, Bristol, Chișinău, Jeddah, Ankara, Tivat, Athens, Tbilisi.
What are the most popular routes to and from Kaohsiung?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Kaohsiung and Manila, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Cebu, Busan, Phuket City, Taipei, Jakarta, Hanoi, Chiang Mai, Okinawa Island, Osaka, Puerto Princesa, Caticlan, Fukuoka, Davao.
Which airports are there in Istanbul?
Istanbul is mainly served by Istanbul Airport. But there are other airports nearby, including Sabiha Gökçen International, Istanbul Atatürk.
What airports are near Istanbul?
The main airport in Istanbul is Istanbul Airport. It is also served by Anadolu, Tekirdağ Çorlu, Yenişehir.
What airports are near Kaohsiung?
The main airport in Kaohsiung is Kaohsiung International. It is also served by Kaohsiung International, Taichung, Taitung, Tainan.
Which airlines fly between Istanbul and Kaohsiung?
Currently, you can fly between Istanbul and Kaohsiung with Hong Kong Express Airways, Cathay Pacific, IndiGo Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, AirAsia.
When’s the best time to travel between Istanbul and Kaohsiung?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Istanbul and Kaohsiung, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Istanbul and Kaohsiung?
Traveling between Istanbul and Kaohsiung, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Istanbul?
There are a number of airports in and around Istanbul. The main one is Istanbul Airport and other nearby airports include Anadolu, Tekirdağ Çorlu, Yenişehir
How many airports are there near Kaohsiung?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Istanbul and Kaohsiung depart?
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What time do flights between Istanbul and Kaohsiung depart?
What time do flights between Istanbul and Kaohsiung arrive?

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