Tainan, a charming city in southern Taiwan, is a blend of ancient traditions and modern delights. Steeped in history as the island's oldest city, Tainan boasts a rich cultural heritage reflected in its temples, historic buildings, and traditional cuisine. Visitors can wander through bustling night markets, explore well-preserved fortresses, and indulge in local delicacies such as danzai noodles and milkfish soup. With its serene parks, vibrant arts scene, and friendly locals, Tainan offers a unique glimpse into Taiwan's past and present, making it a destination not to be missed for those seeking an authentic Asian experience.
The cheapest month to fly to Tainan is typically during the month of September.
The popular airports near Tainan are Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH), and Tainan Airport (TNN).
The flight to Tainan (TNN) is roughly 16 hours 5 minutes and 7,016 miles (11,291 kilometres) from Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB).
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Art, music & natural history collections
Historic former Dutch-colonial fort
Historic Dutch fortress-turned-museum
Coastal park with diverse flora & fauna
Bustling market for night eats & games
Taiwan history in tree-covered building
Hot springs atop Zhentou Mountain
Classical 1600s Confucian temple
Sprawling Taiwan history museum
Oldest street with stalls & shops
Stately museum of literary artifacts
Canopy of trees in a mangrove swamp
Scenic salt field open to the public
Quirky public place for shops & art
19th-century fort with a moat & cannons
Salt mountain, museum & amusement rides
Hands-on activities with wild animals
Historic road with heritage buildings
Ancient landmark honoring a sea goddess
Water activities, beach & sunset views
Wetland, lagoon, bird migration, ecotourism and birdwatching
Legendary lakeside park with a calm feel
Leisure area with lakes & swimming pools
Camping
Popular wedding venue & photo spot
Salt museum & store with novelty salts
Historic site, history and art
Restored 17th-century Buddhist temple
Cultural center with taiko drum shows
Sizable dam with scenic reservoir views
Old waterworks with gardens & tours
Park and garden, mountaineering, owls and mountain
Scenic lake for outdoor recreation
Exhibits exploring the history of salt
Sea views from a modern watchtower
Reservoir
Park with a giant blue glass shoe
Traditional, 17th-century family shrine
Road with kapok blooms, open March-April
Exhibits on archaeology & culture
Rock face with flames & spring water
Urban green space with a lake
Food stands in a bustling night market
Reservoir, forest walks & boat trips
Hot spring
Park and garden and hot spring
Park with a pond & Dutch windmill
Grand 18th-century temple & photo spot
Quiet garden with lotus ponds & a cafe
Dinosaur skeletons & human remains
Ornate Taoist shrine with boat tours
Oceanfront dune with ever-shifting sands
Reservoir
Landmark temple honoring deity Guan Gong
Popular beach spot for watching sunsets
Lookout point famed for sunrise views
Art installation in the shape of a whale
Early 20th-century shopping street
Park with gardens, streams & footbridges
Luxury camping with forest eco-tours
Taiwanese art in a modern gallery
19th century landscaped garden
Oceanfront stretch known for sunsets
Mountain, hot spring, mountaineering and hiking
Art deco architecture & modern art
Trail with bridges & neon lights
Green space & Japanese-style buildings
Boating, BBQs & lakeside bike rides
Beach
Restored 17th-century family shrine
Cherry blossom trail & flower fields
Library, auditorium & striking sculpture
Temple with a "heaven & hell" dragon
Small, well-known mountainside church
Picturesque lake with camping & dining
Lake
Justice history & court role play
Lagoon
Art & performance in revived warehouses
Park and garden, butterflies, hot spring and autumn leaf color
Beach and art
Waterside park with a stately statue
Wetland and lagoon
Quiet community relaxation area
Wetland, bird migration and lagoon
Nighttime street market with food stalls
Naval history & warship museum
Planetarium with astronomy displays
History
Shops, street food & baroque buildings
Wetland
Mountaineering
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Flights from Johannesburg, South Africa - O.R. Tambo Internationall Airport (JNB) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,016 miles (11,291 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 16 hours 5 minutes.
Flights from Cape Town, South Africa - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,725 miles (12,432 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 40 minutes.
Flights from Durban, South Africa - King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,935 miles (11,160 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 54 minutes.
Flights from George, South Africa - George Airport (GRJ) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,516 miles (12,096 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 12 minutes.
Flights from Lanseria, South Africa - Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,030 miles (11,313 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 16 hours 7 minutes.
Flights from Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,338 miles (11,809 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 16 hours 48 minutes.
Flights from Bloemfontein, South Africa - Bloemfontein International Airport (BFN) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,196 miles (11,580 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 16 hours 29 minutes.
Flights from East London, South Africa - King Phalo Airport (ELS) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,197 miles (11,582 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 16 hours 29 minutes.
Flights from Hoedspruit, South Africa - AFB Airport (HDS) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,809 miles (10,957 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 37 minutes.
Flights from Kimberley, South Africa - Kimberley Airport (KIM) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,278 miles (11,712 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 16 hours 40 minutes.
Flights from Nelspruit, South Africa - Kruger Mpumalanga Intl Airport (MQP) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,831 miles (10,993 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 40 minutes.
Flights from Phalaborwa, South Africa - Hendrik van Eck Airport (PHW) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,792 miles (10,930 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 35 minutes.
Flights from Pietermaritzburg, South Africa - Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,976 miles (11,227 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 16 hours.
Flights from Polokwane, South Africa - Polokwane International Airport (PTG) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,889 miles (11,087 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 48 minutes.
Flights from Richards Bay, South Africa - Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 6,858 miles (11,037 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 15 hours 44 minutes.
Flights from Upington, South Africa - Upington Airport (UTN) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,472 miles (12,025 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 17 hours 6 minutes.
Flights from Umtata, South Africa - K.D. Matanzima Airport (UTT) to Tainan (TNN) - The flight distance between these airports is 7,117 miles (11,453 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 16 hours 18 minutes.
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