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Penghu Magong Airport (MZG)

Huxi, Taiwan · large airport · 23.569° 119.628° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeMZG
ICAO CodeRCQC
Typelarge airport
NamePenghu Magong Airport
MunicipalityHuxi
CountryTaiwan
ContinentAS
Latitude23.569° N
Longitude119.628° E
Elevation103 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score1 000
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryTaiwan
ISO Code
RegionHuxi
Continent CodeAS
IANA TimezoneAsia/Taipei
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+8
DST OffsetUTC+8
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – March
Dry season across much of Asia
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Spring: Mar–MaySummer: Jun–AugAutumn: Sep–NovWinter: Dec–Feb

✈ Airlines Serving MZG

SQ — Singapore AirlinesCX — Cathay PacificEK — EmiratesQR — Qatar AirwaysEY — Etihad AirwaysNH — ANAJL — Japan AirlinesCA — Air ChinaTG — Thai Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (23.6°N)

Jan
8°
0°
Feb
10°
1°
Mar
13°
4°
Apr
17°
7°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
9°
Nov
12°
5°
Dec
9°
1°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Penghu Magong Airport (MZG/RCQC) is the main gateway to Taiwan’s Penghu archipelago, located in Huxi Township about 15–20 minutes by road from Magong City. It handles mostly domestic flights linking Penghu with Taipei, Taichung, Chiayi, Tainan, and Kaohsiung, with limited seasonal charter service. The airport is known for its compact terminal, coastal approach, and vulnerability to strong monsoon winds and fog, which can affect schedules.

💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors know to book morning flights and allow buffer days in summer and winter: Penghu’s fog and strong northeast monsoon winds can cause delays or cancellations, especially on smaller aircraft.
🚖 Getting There

Taxis are available outside the terminal and are the easiest way to reach Magong City in about 15–20 minutes. Rental cars and scooters are popular for exploring Penghu, but book ahead in peak summer season. Public buses are limited, so confirm schedules if relying on them.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Penghu Magong Airport?
A: Scheduled domestic service is mainly operated by Uni Air and Mandarin Airlines, connecting MZG with Taipei Songshan, Taichung, Chiayi, Tainan, and Kaohsiung; international flights are limited or seasonal charters.

Q: How far is the airport from Magong City?
A: The airport is in Huxi Township, roughly 6–8 km from central Magong, and the drive usually takes about 15–20 minutes by taxi or car.

Q: Is there public transportation from MZG to Magong?
A: Public buses serve the airport but are infrequent and mainly useful for nearby Huxi routes; taxis, rental cars, and scooter rentals are more practical for most visitors.

Q: Are there international flights from MZG?
A: MZG is primarily a domestic airport; any international service is typically seasonal or charter-based, so check with airlines for current routes.
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