Chiayi Airport (CYI)

Airport

CYI is the IATA airport code for Chiayi Airport (Taiwan). Its ICAO code is RCKU.

Chiayi Airport is a medium airport in Chiayi, Taiwan with scheduled passenger flights. Its longest runway is 3,050 m long (concrete), at an elevation of 26 m (85 ft).

Chiayi Airport is located in Chiayi, Taiwan. It serves as a regional airport, connecting the city with various destinations across the island. The airport has the IATA code CYI and is an important hub for local travelers.

Key airlines operating from Chiayi Airport include Uni Air and Mandarin Airlines, offering flights to popular destinations such as Taipei and Kaohsiung. The facility is equipped with essential terminals and infrastructure to accommodate both domestic and limited international flights.

Established in 1970, Chiayi Airport has played a significant role in enhancing connectivity in the region. Its contribution to local tourism and economy makes it a vital component of Chiayi’s transportation network.

Basic Information

Full Name

Chiayi Airport

IATA Code

CYI

ICAO Code

RCKU

Location

Chiayi, Taiwan

Continent

Asia

Time Zone

Asia/Taipei

How early to be at CYI

International flights: 3 to 3.5 hours before departure
Domestic flights: 2 to 2.5 hours before departure

Our estimate for a normal day; the airport publishes no figure of its own.

Check-in usually closes 40 to 60 minutes before departure. Your airline's own time is on its website and your booking, and it always wins.

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Key facts

Scheduled passenger flights

Yes

Size

Medium Airport

Elevation

26 m (85 ft)

Longest runway

3,050 m (10,007 ft), concrete

Runways

Runway	Length	Surface	Lights
18R/36L	3,050 m (10,007 ft)	concrete	Yes
18L/36R	1,618 m (5,307 ft)	asphalt	No

Airport facts from OurAirports (public domain), checked 16 Oct 2026.

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Lounge access

No business class ticket or lounge membership? Many lounges at Chiayi Airport sell day passes, usually for a few hours with food, drinks, Wi-Fi and sometimes showers. Book ahead: walk-in prices are often higher and lounges can turn people away when full.

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CYI: questions and answers

What is the airport code of Chiayi Airport?

The airport code of Chiayi Airport is CYI (IATA) and RCKU (ICAO).

Which city is CYI airport in?

Chiayi Airport is in Chiayi, Taiwan.

Does Chiayi Airport have scheduled passenger flights?

Yes. CYI has scheduled passenger flights; see the airlines that fly here on this page.

Contact

Website

http://www.cya.gov.tw/web/english/index.asp

Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chiayi_Airport

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