What is the IATA code for Taegu Airport?

The IATA code for Taegu is TAE.

Taegu (TAE) in Taegu, South Korea. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

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Taegu

Q: How to reach Taegu Airport from the city?

Metro/Rail: Daegu Metro Line 1 connects to Ayanggyo Station, from which you can take bus 401 or 101-1 to the airport. The metro fare is approximately 1,400 KRW. Travel time to Daegu Station is about 20 minutes. Bus: Several city buses serve the airport, including routes 401, 101, and 101-1. Bus fares are around 1,200 KRW. Taxi/Cab: Taxis are readily available outside the terminal. A taxi to the city center costs approximately 15,000-20,000 KRW. Distance: Approximately 8 km from Daegu city center, about 20 minutes without traffic, and 30-40 minutes during peak hours.

Taegu, South Korea

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15, Gonghang-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu, South Korea

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ℹ️ About Taegu

Daegu International Airport opened in 1961. It is operated by Korea Airports Corporation.

In 2019, the airport handled approximately 4.68 million passengers. Its IATA code is TAE.

The airport primarily serves domestic routes and some international destinations in Asia. A new airport, Daegu-Gyeongbuk New Airport, is planned to replace Daegu International Airport in the future.

🏢 Terminals

Daegu International Airport has one terminal building. It handles both domestic and international flights.

The terminal has 6 gates. The airport has a capacity of approximately 3.7 million passengers per year.

There are no piers or concourses.

🚗 How to Reach Taegu Airport

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Metro/Rail

Daegu Metro Line 1 connects to Ayanggyo Station, from which you can take bus 401 or 101-1 to the airport. The metro fare is approximately 1,400 KRW. Travel time to Daegu Station is about 20 minutes.

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Bus

Several city buses serve the airport, including routes 401, 101, and 101-1. Bus fares are around 1,200 KRW.

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Taxi/Cab

Taxis are readily available outside the terminal. A taxi to the city center costs approximately 15,000-20,000 KRW.

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Distance

Approximately 8 km from Daegu city center, about 20 minutes without traffic, and 30-40 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

There is an Asiana Airlines Lounge available for eligible passengers.

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Food & Dining

Options include a few cafes and restaurants serving Korean and international cuisine. There are no known 24-hour options.

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Shopping

Limited duty-free shopping is available for international departures. There are also a few souvenir shops.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available throughout the terminal. Connect to the "Airport Free WiFi" network.

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Banking

ATMs are located in the main terminal area. Currency exchange services are available.

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Medical

A medical office is located within the terminal.

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Other

Prayer room available. No sleeping pods or dedicated children's play area. Designated smoking areas are outside the terminal building.

🅿️ Parking

Types: Short-term and long-term parking are available. Rates: Short-term parking is approximately 1,200 KRW per 30 minutes. Daily rates for long-term parking are around 10,000 KRW. Pre-booking: Not available.

💡 Tips for Travellers

If arriving by metro, allow extra time for the bus transfer from Ayanggyo Station to the airport.

Check the bus schedules in advance, as frequencies may vary depending on the time of day.

For international departures, arrive at least 2-3 hours early due to limited check-in counters and security lines.

Consider using the T-money card for convenient payment on public transportation.

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