Taipei's Taoyuan International Airport is the primary international gateway for visitors to Taiwan, but it also serves as a major hub for transport to the eastern region of Asia. Flights to and from this facility connect Taipei with destinations across Southeast Asia, Europe, the Pacific Islands and North America. There is also a strong current of domestic traffic routed through the airport. 

Airlines operating flights at Taoyuan International include Taiwan's two biggest contenders: China Airlines and EVA Air. All Nippon Airways, Dragonair, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Northwest Airlines, Thai Airways and United Airlines also operate here. Weather usually isn't a problem for flights in and out of Taipei, though seasonal typhoons may lead to cancellations.

The dual-terminal facility will soon see the addition of a third terminal specialising in international traffic. Comprehensive facilities are available for passengers, with restaurants, duty-free shops, and banking and business facilities well-located throughout both terminals.

A complimentary airport shuttle connects the two terminals. Transportation to the city centre consists of city buses and taxis and takes approximately 40 minutes. A high-speed rail line to downtown Taipei is being planned.

Songshan Domestic Airport, located northeast of Taipei city centre, is the regional domestic airport and has excellent public transport links to central Taipei.

Transportation links throughout Taiwan are thorough, and it is possible to reach Taipei directly via public transportation from a number of cities across the island. The major bus companies are United Highway Bus and Kuo Guang Bus, both of which ply multiple routes island-wide. Most of the major bus companies operate from the main bus terminal.

Travelling by train is an extremely popular way of getting around Taiwan. There are two train stations in Taipei: Songshan Station to the city's east and Taipei Train Station at the city centre. Multiple trains depart daily to every region of Taiwan, and departures usually operate according to a reliable schedule. High-speed bullet trains travel to destinations across the west coast.

Local transport in Taipei well catered for with a variety of options. Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) trains operate six efficient lines throughout the metropolitan area. It's possible to prepay by purchasing an EasyCard, and cardholders receive the added benefit of a 20 per cent discount on public transportation. These cards can be recharged at the station or area convenience stores.

If you purchase an EasyCard, be sure to use it when boarding local buses as well. Two-leg journeys through Taipei that begin on the metro and the completed by bus are heavily discounted for EasyCard holders. Buses display their destinations in English on the outside of the vehicle and payment is sometimes required before boarding, while it is otherwise settled when disembarking. Follow the lead of locals if you're not sure when to pay.

Metered taxis are easily hailed throughout Taipei. As drivers are rarely proficient at speaking English, it is wise to have your destinations written in Mandarin before boarding. Hire cars and scooters can also be arranged in Taipei. Some visitors also hire bicycles at daily or weekly rates, though heavy traffic can make cycling downtown treacherous