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Why are flights to Taipei so expensive in 2024?

Airfares to Taipei soared in 2024. Flights to Taipei are expensive now due to factors such as rising demand, limited supply, inflation, fuel prices, closed airspace, and the increase in operational costs for airlines.

Rising demand With more people traveling in the post-pandemic era, airlines have no incentive to lower prices. Instead, they capitalize on spiked demand and raise prices to make up for lost revenue during the period of 2020-2022.
Limited supply In 2024 many airlines are still operating at reduced capacity after the pandemic. Pilot, plane crew, and airport worker shortages lead to flight cancellations and delays, affecting the supply even more. With fewer flights, airlines charge more for the plane tickets that are available.
Inflation Inflation has a significant impact on flight prices, as it directly increases the cost of fuel and labor for airlines. This can be particularly true for airlines that operate in countries with high inflation rates.
Jet fuel costs Fuel is a significant airline cost, influenced by crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain disruptions. To cope with rising fuel prices, airlines pass it on to travelers in the form of a fuel surcharge added to the ticket price.
Closed airspace Avoiding airspace due to war, political conflicts, extreme weather, or natural disasters makes airline tickets more expensive. Airlines may be forced to take longer routes to Taipei – which means higher fuel and labor costs.
Airline operating costs The costs of labor, aircraft maintenance, aircraft leasing or purchasing expenses, marketing, etc. significantly increased in 2024. As airlines aim to remain profitable, they must factor in these operating costs when setting ticket prices.
Will flight prices to Taipei go down in 2024? Historical trends suggest that airfare prices will fluctuate based on the factors described above. As long as the demand for travel to Taipei is up, so is airfare. After tough years the airlines are in no position to offer discounts for passengers and will likely try to maximize profits in 2024.

How to get cheap flights to Taipei?

From booking directly with airlines to leveraging frequent flyer programs and curated deals services, the table below outlines effective strategies to help you secure affordable flights to Taipei. Discover each method, its potential savings, and the reasons it works.

How to get cheap flights
Method	Savings	Why it works
Booking directly with airline	2% — 10%	OTAs and travel agents often add service fees
Flying on weekdays	5% — 10%	Weekend flights tend to cost slightly more
Flying early morning	15% — 20%	Lower demand for flights departing 1am - 5am
Layovers / stopovers	10% — 30%	Non-direct flights to Taipei often cost less
Early booking	10% — 30%	As departure day nears, airfares start to rise
Flying during low-season	10% — 30%	With fewer people traveling to Taipei, prices drop due to lower demand
Booking round-trip flights	10% — 35%	Airlines encourage longer commitment by offering discount
Frequent flyer programs	10% — 40%	Discounts, travel perks and benefits to foster customer loyalty
Sales and promotions	10% — 50%	Airlines often offer special promotions to boost demand
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Practical tips

If you are flying to Taipei from abroad, you will most likely land at one of its biggest international airportsits main international airport—Taipei Airport TPE, also known as Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, located approximately 40 km (24 miles) west of Taipei City, in the Taoyuan District of Taiwan.

The airport has two terminals: Terminal 1, which serves China Airlines (that has headquarters in TPE airport) and other SkyTeam airlines, and Terminal 2, which serves EVA Air and Star Alliance airlines. Both terminals are connected by a free shuttle bus.

Several transportation options are available for arriving passengers. The Taoyuan Airport MRT has a direct connection to Taipei Main Station, with trains departing every 10-15 minutes. The journey to the city center via taxi takes approximately 40-60 minutes, depending on traffic. Buses are another option, with multiple routes available to various destinations throughout Taipei City.

These are also the best (and cheapest) airports to fly into Taipei. As they are used by many airlines serving the same routes, the competition for passengers is fierce, and airfare decreases as a result.

Best airports to fly into Taipei: Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) — Taipei has one airport – Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport TPE is the main international airport serving Taipei and the region. It is located approximately 40 km (24 miles) southeast of west of Taipei City, in the Taoyuan District of Taiwan.

Once in Taipei, take advantage of frequent intercity flights operated by domestic airlines such as China Airlines, EVA Air, Tigerair Taiwan, Uni Air, Mandarin Airlines, and Starlux Airlines. Those in-country carriers typically offer lower fares, operate from smaller airports located closer to city centers (you save on ground transportation) and provide flexible schedules – with a wide range of departure times.
Planning to explore the region? Popular destinations near Taipei can be easily reached with regional low-cost carriers (LCCs) by the likes of AirAsia, Bamboo Airways, Bangkok Airways, Cebu Pacific, FlyDubai, SunExpress, VietJet Air, and Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. If you have a layover in Taipei and plan to fly only a short distance to one of its neighboring countries, these budget airlines are an excellent way to save money.

Flights to Taipei
from United States and Canada

There are no direct flights from the US or Canada to Taipei. However, most major hubs in Asia have non-stop flights to Taipei, as do some larger airports in the Middle East – your journey will have at least one stop. There are several direct flights to Taipei from North America. From the US, non-stop flights leave from Chicago, Honolulu, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, Ontario, Seattle and San Francisco with China Airlines, Delta Air Lines, EVA Air, and United Airlines serving these routes. Non-stop flights from Canada to Taipei depart from Toronto and Vancouver with China Airlines, and EVA Air. Average return fares are between 900 USD and 1200 USD (1250-1600 CAD / 1450-2000 AUD), depending on the time of year
Taipei is well-served via one-stop flights from North America. Flights to Taipei with one layover depart from most major North American airports, including Atlanta ATL, Dallas DFW, Denver DEN, Chicago ORD, Los Angeles LAX, Las Vegas DFW, Miami MIA, Seattle SEA, Houston IAH, New York JFK, and San Francisco SFO in the United States and Toronto YYZ, Vancouver YVR, Calgary LAS, and Montreal YUL in Canada.
The best airlines to fly to Taipei from the US and Canada are: ANA, Cathay Pacific, EVA Air, Singapore Airlines, and United Airlines. They are top full-service carriers, offering exceptional customer service, in-flight comfort, a generous checked baggage allowance, and reliable customer support channels – all included in the ticket price.

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What is the best time to book flights to Taipei?

The best time to book flights to Taipei is between 2 to 8 months before your travel date. The prime booking window (the most likely time to find the bargains) for Taipei flights is 4–6 months before takeoff. Book when you notice a significant drop in price.

Airfare prices for Taipei flights fluctuate due to demand, seasonal trends, and competition, causing numerous price drops and increases as your departure date approaches. The airlines use sophisticated revenue management systems to adjust pricing for optimal seat sales.

Generally, as seats are sold, prices tend to become more expensive.

Don’t book too early

Most airlines start selling their flights 9–12 months in advance. However, booking a ticket too early in that window can be an expensive mistake – airlines typically start by setting prices at a relatively high level to capture early demand from those willing to pay more to secure their seats.

Peak seasons are expensive

Peak travel seasons are always expensive – due to higher base prices set by airlines for dates they expect to be popular. Try to avoid the high season during summer and major holidays including holidays in Taiwan. If you must travel during peak times, book your flight well in advance.

Avoid last minute

Avoid booking flights to Taipei less than 30 days before takeoff. Prices spike sharply then, as airlines are taking advantage of any last-minute travelers who have no choice but to pay up.

Prime Booking Window

For long-haul flights to Taipei, the best time to book your ticket is around 4–6 months before departure. This is the “Prime Booking Window.” After some seats have already been sold, airlines start dropping prices to stimulate demand. They may also offer promotions and sales. This is the ideal time for bargain hunting.

Fly on weekdays

It makes a difference which day of the week you board the plane. Midweek travel (especially Tuesdays and Wednesdays) is less busy and likely cheaper than flying on weekends. Airlines charge higher prices for weekend travel due to the high demand from people going on short getaways or visiting family and friends.

Opt for early morning flights

To save on airfare, select a late night or early morning (1–5 a.m.) flight. Airlines often offer discounts on their first flight of the morning (up to 15-20%) simply because of lower demand—most people are not willing to go to the airport so early. Moreover, morning flights tend to have fewer delays, and airport queues are usually shorter.

Flights to Taipei from Europe

There are no direct flights from Europe to Taipei — you’ll need to get a connecting flight from elsewhere in the Middle East or in Asia. Direct flights from Europe to Taipei are about 12-14 hours long, however the options are limited. Only China Airlines, EVA Air and KLM operate non-stop flights from a few biggest European cities (Amsterdam, Frankfurt, London, Paris, Rome, Vienna) to the capital of Taiwan. Average return fares are between 1000 and 1400 euros (950-1350 USD), depending on the time of year
Airlines that frequently fly from the UK, Germany, France, and other European countries to Taipei include ANA, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern Airlines, Emirates, EVA Air, and Singapore Airlines, KLM and Lufthansa.
Consider departure airports in neighboring countries to increase your chance of spotting the best deal. Especially look for large airports that serve as hubs for multiple airlines. For example, if you live in Western Europe, check air tickets to Taipei from Amsterdam, Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Paris, and Rome. Leverage frequent promotions from European budget carriers like RyanAir, EasyJet, and Eurowings to reach a major hub; from there, take a cheaper long-haul flight to your final destination, potentially saving hundreds of euros.

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Things to know before flying to Taipei
Airlines flying to Taipei	AirAsia, Air Busan, Air China, Air France, Air New Zealand, ANA, Asiana Airlines, Avianca, Bamboo Airways, Bangkok Airways, Batik Air, Cathay Pacific, Cebu Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Copa Airlines, Delta Air Lines, El Al Israel Airlines, Emirates, EVA Air, FlexFlight, FlyGangwon, Fiji Airways, Garuda Indonesia, Greater Bay Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines, Hong Kong Express, Japan Airlines, JeJu Air, Jin Air, Juneyao Air, KLM, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Mandarin Airlines, Myanmar Airways International, Nok Air, Peach Aviation, Philippine Airlines, Qantas, Scoot, Singapore Airlines, StarFlyer, Starlux Airlines, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Tigerair Taiwan, Turkish Airlines, Uni Air, United Airlines, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines
Airlines of Taiwan	China Airlines, EVA Air, Tigerair Taiwan, Uni Air, Mandarin Airlines, Starlux Airlines, Daily Air
Main airports in Taipei	Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Regular price (roundtrip)	✈ €800 – €1200 (from Europe) ✈ $700 – $1100 (from USA)

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The cheapest time to fly to Taipei

With its subtropical climate, Taipei is a year-round travel destination. However, the best time to find the cheapest flights to Taipei tends to be during the low tourist season – December to March. These are the best months to visit the city if you travel on a budget, as there will be great discounts all over the country, including airfares.

Try to avoid Taiwan’s public holidays and festivals. Prices skyrocket during popular holidays such as the Chinese New Year and Lantern Festival (January – February), Dragon Boat Festival (June), and the Chinese Moon Festival (September – October). If you really have to travel to Taipei during these peak periods, it’s wise to book the flights well in advance.

Flying from Taipei to China

After the Chinese Civil War, no direct flights were allowed between Taiwan and Mainland China due to mistrust and security concerns. In 2008 the Three Links agreement was established, with direct flights being fully restored between the two countries.

Currently, travelers can enjoy numerous flight options between Taipei and China. However, as foreign-registered aircraft are prohibited from operating directly between China and Taiwan, only Chinese and Taiwanese airlines offer non-stop flights from Taipei to the biggest cities in China: Air China, China Airlines, China Eastern, Cathay Pacific, EVA Air, and Hong Kong Airlines. Non-stop flights from Taipei to Beijing (3hr 20min) cost around US$300 one-way, to Shanghai (1hr 50min) – US$200, to Guangzhou (2hr) – US$250, and to Chengdu (3h 30min) – US$300.

If you travel to China from Taipei, try to arrange your Chinese visa in advance – in Hong Kong or your own country; it’s much more challenging to get one in Taipei, as there are no Chinese consulates.

Know your time zone

Taiwan has only one official time zone – National Standard Time (also known as Taipei Time or Taiwan Time), defined as a UTC offset of +08:00. As a result, clocks in Taipei are 6 hours ahead of Europe (Central European Time), and 12 hours ahead of New York. Taiwan shares the same time zone with China and Hong Kong and does not have an associated daylight saving time.

Make sure you know your time zone when checking flights and airport transfer times. The departure time on your plane ticket is always listed based on the time zone of the departure airport. We suggest resetting your watch during the flight – it will help your brain adjust to the new time zone and to deal with jet lag.

Duty-free rules

Taiwan is serious about the duty-free concession. There is a limit for bringing in certain items. As of [current_date format=”F Y”], alcoholic beverages for personal consumption – such as wine or spirits – cannot exceed 1 liter per person, and you can carry only 200 cigarettes, 25 cigars, or 1 pound (454g) of tobacco. You are also allowed to bring goods for personal use up to the total value of NT$ 20,000 (~ USD 625) per person.

Anything above those limits must be declared at the Taipei Airport.

Long waiting times when calling the helpline?

Social media is usually a faster way to reach the airline when a problem arises. Use Twitter or Facebook Messenger to contact the airline customer service and get a response and solution within minutes (see detailed guides for Garuda Indonesia, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, and others).

When it comes to Twitter there’s one more trick to get in touch with the airline faster: mention the airline in a tweet about your issue (add “@airline_handle”, for example: “@EVAAirUS” for EVA Air). The social media team will often notice it immediately, ask you for a direct message, and respond privately.

Avoid currency exchange kiosks at Taipei airport

Airports are infamous for making an exuberant amount of money from their currency exchanges due to the extremely high margins, and Taipei airport is no exception. Airport kiosks usually charge higher fees which are sometimes hidden within the poorer exchange rates they offer – their business is based on charging extra for being a convenient, last-minute option.

It is always a good idea to bring some cash with you to Taipei. Plan ahead and exchange some money for the New Taiwan dollar (NT$) at home, or use one of the many ATMs located at the airport and in almost every city.

Domestic flights from Taipei

Most domestic routes in Taiwan are operated by local carriers. When traveling to popular tourist destinations such as Kaohsiung, Taichung, Tainan, Taoyuan, Chiayi, Hsinchu, and Keelung from Taipei Airport, you’ll likely fly with one of these domestic airlines: China Airlines, EVA Air, Tigerair Taiwan, Uni Air, Mandarin Airlines, and Starlux Airlines.

This is often the best transportation method, providing speed, convenience, and cost-effectiveness. Local airlines often offer multiple daily flights to key destinations, providing flexibility in scheduling and competitive pricing. They also serve smaller regional airports, enabling access to a wider range of Taiwanese destinations.

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Flights to Taipei
from Australia and New Zealand

Australia and New Zealand are well-connected with popular Asian destinations, including Taipei. In addition to domestic airlines – Qantas, Jetstar Airways, Virgin Australia, and Air New Zealand – routes from Australasia to Asia are operated by large international carriers such as ANA, Emirates, Cathay Pacific, Garuda Indonesia, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Malaysia Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, and Thai Airways.

Currently, there are no direct flights from Australia or New Zealand to Taipei. You’ll need a layover in one of the major hubs in Asia.
Airfare costs can vary widely depending on the route and the airline’s pricing strategy. To find the cheapest flight to Taipei, compare ticket prices from various international airports in Australia – Sydney SYD, Brisbane BNE, Melbourne MEL, Perth PER, Adelaide ADL, Cairns CNS, Gold Coast OOL, Canberra CBR, and in New Zealand – Auckland AKL, Wellington WLG, Christchurch CHC, Queenstown ZQN, and Dunedin DUD.
For optimal savings, consider flying from Australia or New Zealand to a key Asian hub, then connect to Taipei via a regional low-cost carrier. Among budget airlines that fly to Taipei are AirAsia, Bamboo Airways, Bangkok Airways, Cebu Pacific, FlyDubai, SunExpress, VietJet Air, and Wizz Air Abu Dhabi.

For the first leg, use the budget carriers that fly out of Australian airports, leveraging sales and promotions they run frequently: AirAsia (connects with Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore), Cebu Pacific (Manila), Jetstar (Seoul, Singapore, Tokyo), Scoot (Singapore), VietJet Air (Ho Chi Minh City), Bamboo Airways (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Beijing), and Batik Air (Jakarta, Singapore).

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Flights to Taipei
from major hubs in Asia

Taipei is well-connected with large hubs in the Asia Pacific. There are direct flights to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport TPE airport from Bali DPS, Bangkok BKK, Beijing PEK, Dubai DXB, Jakarta CGK, Hong Kong HKG, Manila MN, New Delhi DEL, Osaka KIX, Shanghai PVG, Seoul ICN, and Tokyo NRT.
Asia is probably the best continent for short-haul and mid-haul flying. The sheer scale of this most populous region on Earth is reflected in the type of aircraft operating many shorter routes: intra-Asia flyers benefit from comfortable, wide-bodied aircraft by the likes of Boeing 777, 787 or Airbus A350, A330, and A380. When booking your flight to Taipei look for these bigger planes as they will almost always give you the best experience in every cabin, including better seat pitches, higher ceilings, and larger overhead bin space.
Asia is also home to most of the world’s best airlines. There are only ten airlines that received the prestigious 5-star mark of quality from Skytrax, and all of them are from Asia: ANA, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, EVA Air, Garuda Indonesia, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines. Choosing one of these airlines for your trip to Taipei will guarantee a pleasant journey – delicious meals served during the flight, great in-flight entertainment, and above-average airline customer service.
Asia is extremely well served by low-cost regional airlines. If you are visiting Taiwan and want to see several other countries on a tight budget, they often have great sales with rock-bottom prices, while still offering a relatively comfortable flight experience. Among the best Asian budget airlines you can book without hesitation are AirAsia, Cebu Pacific, Citilink, FlyDubai, Indigo, Jetstar Airways, Scoot, SpiceJet, and VietJet Air. The cons? Being no-frills airlines they may not provide free baggage allowance, inflight meals, or onboard entertainment. The departure times may also be quite inconvenient as they try to save money by flying at off-peak hours.

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If you have specific travel dates, it's worth booking as soon as possible. The optimal time to book international flights to Taipei is 2–8 months in advance, with a "prime booking window" at 4–6 months before departure for the best bargains.

In economy class, medium to long-haul flights to Taipei range from $150 to $600, and can go up to $1,000 for routes exceeding 6,000 km. Round-trip bookings offer savings between 20% and 35%. Strategic planning like early booking, flying in low-season, booking directly with airlines, or chosing a route with a layover can save an additional 5–30%.

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