Kaohsiung International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 39m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Kaohsiung International Airport
Kaohsiung International Airport (高雄國際機場) is an international airport located in Siaogang District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, also known as Siaogang Airport (小港機場). With 5.8 million passengers in 2024, it is the second busiest airport in Taiwan, after Taoyuan. The airport has a single east–west runway and two terminals: one international and one domestic.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
RCKHNOTAMs
RCKHReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27▸ displaced | 10,335 ft / 3,150 m | 197 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 121.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.800 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.800 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.700 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 16% of observations, averaging 8 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47% | 541 ft | |
| Feb | 49% | 689 ft | |
| Mar | 62% | 1,120 ft | |
| Apr | 70% | 1,476 ft | |
| May | 70% | 1,788 ft | |
| Jun | 64% | 1,931 ft | |
| Jul | 63% | 2,043 ft | |
| Aug | 54% | 1,916 ft | |
| Sep | 67% | 1,924 ft | |
| Oct | 62% | 1,616 ft | |
| Nov | 58% | 1,276 ft | |
| Dec | 58% | 743 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~541–2,043 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kaohsiung International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kaohsiung International Airport?
The ICAO code for Kaohsiung International Airport is RCKH, and its IATA code is KHH.
Where is Kaohsiung International Airport located?
Kaohsiung International Airport is large airport located in Kaohsiung (Xiaogang), Taiwan, at an elevation of 31 ft (9 m).
How many runways does Kaohsiung International Airport have?
Kaohsiung International Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 10,335 ft / 3,150 m.
Which airlines fly to Kaohsiung International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Kaohsiung International Airport include Air Busan, Air Macau, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, among 22 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Kaohsiung International Airport?
Historical data lists 37 nonstop destinations from Kaohsiung International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Kaohsiung International Airport in?
Kaohsiung International Airport is in the Asia/Taipei time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kaohsiung International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kaohsiung International Airport is approximately 4.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kaohsiung International Airport?
The nearest airport to Kaohsiung International Airport is Pingtung Air Force Base (RCDC), about 8.4 nm to the ne, followed by Zuoying Naval Airfield and Pingtung Air Force Base North.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kaohsiung International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.