Taoyuan Airport expects 713,000 travelers during Dragon Boat Festival holiday

Taoyuan Airport is preparing for a significant surge in travelers during the upcoming five-day Dragon Boat Festival holiday, with an estimated 713,000 passengers expected between June 18 and June 22. This projection represents a notable increase, surpassing both the 132,000 daily average from last year and the 138,000 daily average recorded before the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019.

The airport's management highlighted the robust growth in passenger traffic, noting that the cumulative number of travelers this year has already exceeded 20 million as of May 20. The anticipated 143,000 daily average during the holiday period underscores the strong rebound in international travel demand. The highest daily passenger volume is forecast for June 19, with approximately 149,000 travelers.

To manage the expected crowds and ensure efficiency, airport authorities are recommending that passengers arrive at the airport three hours before their scheduled departure. They are also encouraging the use of smart services such as mobile and online check-in, self-baggage drop, and automated immigration gates (e-Gates). Real-time security waiting times will be displayed via AI image recognition systems and digital signage to help passengers plan their journey through the airport more effectively. Passengers are also reminded to check passport validity and destination entry requirements, and to adhere to guidelines for carry-on liquids and electronic devices.