Taichung Airport Lounges
Taichung Ching Chuang Kang · Taichung, Taiwan Region
Taichung (RMQ), at the Ching Chuan Kang air base in central Taiwan, is a compact international gateway with two lounges, both near Gates 4 and 5. The AE Lounge serves Star Alliance Gold and business-class passengers, while the Mandarin Airlines Lounge is a paid-entry option also used by Mandarin's premium customers.
Content updated June 25, 2026
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Last updated June 25, 2026
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AE Lounge
The AE Lounge on the third floor by Gates 4 and 5 is Taichung's contract lounge for Star Alliance travellers — Star Alliance Gold status or a business-class ticket gets you in. It's the go-to option if you're flying a Star Alliance carrier out of RMQ, with a quiet, modern space, cold bites, drinks including alcohol and reading material.
Mandarin Airlines Lounge
The Mandarin Airlines Lounge sits in the international terminal between Gates 4 and 5, entered from the bookstore. It welcomes Mandarin Airlines premium passengers and is also reachable as a paid-entry lounge, making it the pay-per-visit choice at Taichung when you don't hold airline status.
AE Lounge
For a calm pre-flight pause, the third-floor AE Lounge is the quietest spot at Taichung — a modern, low-noise space set back from the gate area, with cold bites, drinks and magazines. Ideal if you're flying Star Alliance and want somewhere settled to wait before boarding.
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The Mandarin Airlines Lounge sits in Taichung's international terminal, between Gates 4 and 5, with its entrance through the bookstore. It welcomes premium Mandarin Airlines customers and…
The AE Lounge sits on the third floor of Taichung's international terminal, near Gates 4 and 5. It's the airport's Star Alliance lounge, open to Star Alliance Gold status holders and…
Taichung Ching Chuang Kang lounges by terminal.
International Terminal
Taichung is a single-terminal international airport, and both of its lounges sit close together near Gates 4 and 5. The AE Lounge is on the third floor and serves Star Alliance passengers, while the Mandarin Airlines Lounge is entered from the bookstore between the same gates and covers Mandarin's premium customers plus paid entry. Clear security and immigration first, then follow signage to the gate area.
- —Both RMQ lounges cluster near Gates 4 and 5 in the international terminal
- —AE Lounge (third floor) covers Star Alliance Gold and business-class passengers
- —Mandarin Airlines Lounge is entered from the bookstore between Gates 4 and 5
- —No airline-alliance or independent lounges elsewhere in the airport
How to get into lounges at RMQ.
Taichung's two lounges are reached in different ways. The AE Lounge runs on Star Alliance access — Star Alliance Gold status or a business-class ticket — while the Mandarin Airlines Lounge is a paid-entry lounge that also serves Mandarin Airlines premium passengers. There's no Priority Pass or DragonPass coverage to rely on here, so check which route fits your flight before you travel.
Star Alliance Gold
Star Alliance Gold status holders flying an eligible Star Alliance carrier from Taichung can use the AE Lounge near Gates 4 and 5. This is the main status-based route at RMQ.
Star AllianceBusiness class ticket
A business-class ticket on a Star Alliance flight out of Taichung gets you into the AE Lounge directly, with no membership needed — the simplest route if you're flying premium.
Star AlliancePaid entry
The Mandarin Airlines Lounge is accessible on a paid-entry basis, so you can pay per visit without airline status. Confirm current pricing and availability at the lounge, as terms can change.
Mandarin Airlines premium
Premium Mandarin Airlines customers are welcomed at the Mandarin Airlines Lounge in the international terminal. Access follows your Mandarin Airlines ticket or status.
Know before you go.
Both lounges sit by Gates 4 and 5
- —Taichung is small and single-terminal, so both lounges are a short walk apart near Gates 4 and 5.
- —The AE Lounge is up on the third floor; the Mandarin Airlines Lounge is entered from the bookstore between the gates.
- —Clear security and immigration before heading to either lounge — both are airside in the gate area.
Match the lounge to your access
- —Flying a Star Alliance carrier with Gold status or a business-class ticket? The AE Lounge is your lounge.
- —No airline status? The Mandarin Airlines Lounge takes paid entry, so you can pay per visit.
- —There's no Priority Pass or DragonPass coverage at RMQ, so don't count on a membership card here.
Set your expectations
- —These are compact regional-airport lounges, not flagship hubs — expect a calm space rather than a large buffet operation.
- —The AE Lounge offers cold bites and drinks, including alcohol, plus magazines to read before your flight.
- —The Mandarin Airlines Lounge keeps it simple with complimentary snacks and soft drinks.
Give yourself time
- —Taichung's international schedule is concentrated in banks of flights, so the lounges can fill around departures.
- —Arrive with time after clearing immigration and security, especially if you want a relaxed sit-down before boarding.
- —Opening hours track the flight schedule — check that the lounge is open for your departure if you're flying early or late.
Frequently asked, frequently answered.
We track two lounges at Taichung (RMQ): the AE Lounge and the Mandarin Airlines Lounge. Both are in the international terminal, close together near Gates 4 and 5.
No. Neither of Taichung's two lounges is on the Priority Pass or DragonPass network. The AE Lounge runs on Star Alliance access, and the Mandarin Airlines Lounge is a paid-entry lounge, so plan your entry route accordingly.
The AE Lounge near Gates 4 and 5 serves Star Alliance passengers — you need Star Alliance Gold status or a business-class ticket on an eligible Star Alliance flight to get in.
Yes. The Mandarin Airlines Lounge is accessible on a paid-entry basis, so you can pay per visit without Star Alliance status. It also welcomes premium Mandarin Airlines customers.
Both lounges are in the international terminal near Gates 4 and 5. The AE Lounge is on the third floor, and the Mandarin Airlines Lounge is entered from the bookstore between the gates.
Yes. The Mandarin Airlines Lounge is in the international terminal between Gates 4 and 5, entered from the bookstore. It welcomes premium Mandarin Airlines customers and is also reachable on a paid-entry basis.
The AE Lounge offers cold bites and drinks, including alcoholic beverages, plus magazines. The Mandarin Airlines Lounge keeps it simpler with complimentary snacks and soft drinks. These are compact regional lounges rather than large buffet operations.
Yes. Both lounges sit airside in the gate area, so you'll pass check-in, immigration and security first before reaching them near Gates 4 and 5.