Flying from Taichung Airport (RMQ) to Takamatsu Airport (TAK): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Taichung Airport to Takamatsu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Takamatsu is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Taichung.
Choose from three weekly Taichung Airport to Takamatsu Airport flights. The 08:40 departure with Starlux Airlines is the earliest available. Starlux Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 08:50.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RMQ to TAK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Flying into Takamatsu (and then seeing more of Japan!) is easy with STARLUX Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Taichung Airport to Takamatsu Airport.
STARLUX Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.
If you'd love to check out another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Taichung Airport to Takamatsu Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Hong Kong Intl Airport is a well-known stop between RMQ and TAK.
Handy information about Taichung Airport (RMQ)
You'll find RMQ at 42 Jhongcing Road.
Taichung Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 91% of flights that depart RMQ arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Taichung Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Taichung. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near RMQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Taichung Airport to Takamatsu Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Takamatsu Airport (TAK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Taichung Airport to Takamatsu Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near TAK instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Takamatsu Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Nissan Rent a Car, Europcar or Times and venture far and wide through Takamatsu and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Takamatsu Airport around three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to Takamatsu Airport (TAK)
April is the busiest month for flights from Taichung Airport to Takamatsu Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Takamatsu in March.
The warmest month in Takamatsu is August, with the temperature ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Taichung Airport to Takamatsu Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RMQ to TAK around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Takamatsu. Around 137 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 274 kilometres east of Takamatsu, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.