Hualien Airport (HUN)

Airport

HUN is the IATA airport code for Hualien Airport (Taiwan). Its ICAO code is RCYU.

Hualien Airport is a large airport in Hualien, Taiwan with scheduled passenger flights. Its longest runway is 2,750 m long (asphalt), at an elevation of 16 m (52 ft).

Hualien Airport is located in Hualien City, Taiwan. It serves as a regional airport, facilitating domestic flights and connecting travelers to the beautiful eastern coast of Taiwan. The airport’s IATA code is HUN, and it plays a vital role in promoting tourism in the region.

Operating primarily domestic routes, Hualien Airport is served by key airlines including Mandarin Airlines and Uni Air. Popular destinations from Hualien include Taipei and Kaohsiung, making it an essential hub for accessing scenic attractions like Taroko National Park and the Pacific coastline.

The airport features a single terminal with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable experience for travelers. Established in 1976, Hualien Airport contributes significantly to the local economy by supporting both passenger and cargo operations.

Basic Information

Full Name

Hualien Airport

IATA Code

HUN

ICAO Code

RCYU

Location

Hualien, Taiwan

Continent

Asia

Time Zone

Asia/Taipei

How early to be at HUN

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

Large Airport

Elevation

16 m (52 ft)

Longest runway

2,750 m (9,022 ft), asphalt

Runways

Runway	Length	Surface	Lights
03/21	2,750 m (9,022 ft)	asphalt	No
03R/21L	2,745 m (9,005 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 Hualien 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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HUN: questions and answers

What is the airport code of Hualien Airport?

The airport code of Hualien Airport is HUN (IATA) and RCYU (ICAO).

Which city is HUN airport in?

Hualien Airport is in Hualien, Taiwan.

Does Hualien Airport have scheduled passenger flights?

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

Contact

Website

http://www.hulairport.gov.tw/

Wikipedia

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

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