About IT
IT is the IATA code for Taiwan's Tiger Air Taiwan, a low-cost carrier operating out of Taipei Taoyuan (TPE) with a regional network that's almost surgically focused on East and Southeast Asia. With 90 non-stop routes across 33 airports, this isn't a global operation — it's a tightly run short-to-medium-haul machine. The network leans hard on Taiwan domestically (45 routes) and Japan (34 routes), which tells you exactly what kind of travelers IT is built for: leisure-focused, price-sensitive, and overwhelmingly moving between Taiwan and Northeast Asia. TPE anchors 26 of those routes, making it the clear operational center of gravity.
Why fly IT?
The honest case for IT comes down to coverage and price. If you're routing through Taiwan or trying to island-hop between Taipei and Japan without paying legacy-carrier fares, IT's network makes a lot of sense. Thirty-four Japan routes is a serious commitment — that's not a side hustle, that's a core product. The TPE-HKT run at 3,077 km is the longest in the network, which tells you IT can stretch beyond pure short-haul when the market's there. Secondary hubs at KHH and RMQ also mean travelers based in southern or central Taiwan aren't forced to deadhead to Taipei just to access the network. For the right itinerary, that's a genuinely useful operational detail that most travelers overlook entirely.
IT hub airports
- TPE Taipei — 26 IT routes from Taiwan
- KHH Kaohsiung — 13 IT routes from Taiwan
- OKA Okinawa — 4 IT routes from Japan
- RMQ Shalu — 4 IT routes from Taiwan
- NGO Nagoya — 3 IT routes from Japan
Top destination countries on IT
- Taiwan — 45 IT routes
- Japan — 34 IT routes
- Republic of Korea — 6 IT routes
- Viet Nam — 2 IT routes
- Macau SAR — 2 IT routes
- Thailand — 1 IT routes
Tips for booking IT
Book directly and watch the fare classes carefully — low-cost carriers in this region frequently unbundle aggressively, so the base fare and the all-in price can drift apart fast. KHH is worth knowing if you're based in southern Taiwan; the 13-route operation there avoids the TPE crawl entirely. OKA (Okinawa) serves as a useful entry point into the Japanese island chain with four routes feeding it. Don't assume baggage is included at any tier — check every booking individually. IT's network is strongest on the Taiwan-Japan corridor; if your trip requires connections beyond that core geography, you'll probably be stitching together separate tickets with separate carriers.
Frequently asked questions about IT
Where does IT (IT) fly?
IT operates 90 routes primarily across Asia, with a focus on Taiwan, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. The airline connects major cities throughout East Asia and the broader Asian region.
What is IT's main hub airport?
IT's main hub is Taipei Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), which serves as the primary base for the airline's operations and connections throughout its network.
What type of airline is IT?
IT operates as a regional carrier with a focused network across East Asia, offering service to key destinations in Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea with a hub-and-spoke model.
When should I book flights with IT, and what fare classes are available?
For the best fares, book 4-8 weeks in advance, especially for peak travel seasons. IT typically offers multiple fare classes with varying flexibility, baggage allowances, and cancellation policies—check the airline's website for current options.
What are IT's baggage and check-in policies?
Baggage allowances vary by fare class and route; checked baggage and carry-on limits should be confirmed at booking. Check-in typically opens 24 hours before departure, with online check-in available for most flights.