Candelaria to Kaohsiung flights
Kaohsiung lies 973 km (604 mi) north of Candelaria, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Candelaria | Kaohsiung | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Philippines | Taiwan |
| Population | 137,933 | 2.7 million |
| Elevation | 72 m (236 ft) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Manila) | UTC+8 (Asia/Taipei) |
| Nearest large airport | MNL, 78 km out | KHH, 6 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kaohsiung
Crossing from Philippines into Taiwan: money changes from the Peso to the Dollar (TWD); sockets are NEMA 1-15, NEMA 5-15; the dialling code becomes +886; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823.
Airports at each end
Leaving Candelaria
Candelaria is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), 78 km (48 mi) from the centre, whose 12,261-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 10,335-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Tainan International Airport / Tainan Air Base (TNN, 39 km), Taitung Airport (TTT, 82 km), Chiayi Airport (CYI, 94 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaohsiung International Airport | KHH | 6 km (4 mi) | 10,335 ft | 31 ft |
| Tainan International Airport / Tainan Air Base | TNN | 39 km (24 mi) | 10,007 ft | 63 ft |
| Taitung Airport (regional) | TTT | 82 km (51 mi) | 7,999 ft | 143 ft |
| Chiayi Airport (regional) | CYI | 94 km (58 mi) | 10,007 ft | 85 ft |
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Staying in Kaohsiung
Our booking partner lists 455 places to stay in Kaohsiung. Of the 350 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (225), and 11 are five-star. Across 302 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.3 out of 10. Guests have left 422,446 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kaohsiung from Candelaria?
973 km (604 mi) in a straight line, north of Candelaria.
How long does it take to get from Candelaria to Kaohsiung by air?
About 2 h, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Candelaria and Kaohsiung?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Candelaria to Kaohsiung flights?
Typically Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH); Kaohsiung also has TNN, TTT, CYI.
What currency do I need in Kaohsiung?
The Dollar (TWD).
Where can I stay in Kaohsiung?
Our booking partner lists 455 places to stay in Kaohsiung, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.