Bangkok to Kaohsiung (Xiaogang) (BKK–KHH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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BKK–KHH is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Mandarin Airlines, China Airlines and Thai Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,424 miles in approximately 3h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 21 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AE Mandarin Airlines | 7 | 738 | 3h20 | – | – | – |
| CI China Airlines | 7 | 738 | 3h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| TG Thai Airways | 7 | 320 | 3h20 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Kaohsiung (Xiaogang) from Bangkok
| Metric | BKK→KHH | DMK→KHH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from BKK | – | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | 14 |
| Flight time | 3h 20m | 3h 25m |
Travel Essentials
BKK: +07 · KHH: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Bangkok, it's 7:00 PM in Kaohsiung (Xiaogang).
Thai passport holders enter Taiwan visa-free for up to 14 days under a trial visa exemption program extended through July 31, 2026. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. You need a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and evidence of sufficient funds (credit card statement or cash equivalent to $1,000). At Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), immigration stamps you in after checking these documents.
The 14-day visa-free stay cannot be extended. For stays beyond 14 days, apply for a visitor visa at the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Bangkok before departure. The visitor visa costs TWD 2,200 (about THB 2,500) for a single entry valid for 60 days. Taiwan periodically reviews and renews the visa-free trial for Thai nationals, so confirm the program status before booking if traveling close to the July 2026 expiry date.
Direct flights from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) to Taipei Taoyuan run about 3 hours 45 minutes on China Airlines, EVA Air, Thai Airways, and Thai AirAsia X. Taiwan uses the New Taiwan dollar (TWD), trading at roughly 1.1 TWD per THB 1 (or about 0.9 THB per TWD 1). EasyCard works on Taipei's MRT, buses, YouBike, and convenience stores at TWD 20 to TWD 65 per MRT trip. Night markets are the food highlight: dishes cost TWD 50 to TWD 150 (THB 45 to THB 136). 7-Eleven and FamilyMart are on every block and accept EasyCard for payments.
Airport Rail Link (ARL) runs from Phaya Thai station to Suvarnabhumi in 30 minutes (฿45 City Line; ฿90–130 Express, though Express service is often suspended). Trains run 6am to midnight. Transfer at Makkasan for MRT or Phaya Thai for BTS Skytrain.Metered taxis cost ฿250–400 from central Bangkok plus expressway tolls (฿50–75); expect 40–90 minutes depending on traffic. Avoid non-metered taxis; insist on the meter. Ride-share apps (Grab) are widely used and typically cost ฿200–350.
BKK–KHH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BKK to KHH
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) are connected by nonstop service from Mandarin Airlines, China Airlines and Thai Airways. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BKK to KHH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BKK to KHH ranges from 3 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,424 miles (2,292 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
21 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via PUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bangkok (DMK).