Flying from Bangkok to Taipei: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Bangkok to Taipei. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang Airport (DMK) are Bangkok's main airports.
When working out where to arrive in Taipei, Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) and Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) are the chief entry points.
The average length of a direct Bangkok to Taipei flight is 3 hours 50 minutes.
Taipei is one hour ahead of Bangkok and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
With 107 flights a week between the two airports, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Bangkok to Taipei with EVA Air at 01:35. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from BKK to TPE is with China Airlines at 17:50.
Give yourself enough time to catch your Bangkok to Taipei flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like January? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Taipei
Currently, R 1,193 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Taipei. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 2,143. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before your departure date. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Bangkok to Taipei flights.
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Flying from Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Bangkok to Taipei, you can depart from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Get from BKK to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) without any stops.
Direct Bangkok to Taipei plane tickets are available from numerous airlines at BKK. Cruise the skies with one of these carriers:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for Bangkok to Taipei flights leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
BKK is around 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Bangkok to Taipei? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Of all flights leaving Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Consider booking your direct flight from Bangkok to Taipei out of Don Mueang Airport (DMK). Nonstop connections from DMK will take you to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE).
Book a direct Bangkok to Taipei plane ticket with Thai Lion Air. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of DMK.
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Bangkok to Taipei flight. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these options between Don Mueang Airport and Taipei:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Chongqing Airport (CKG)
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The terminal is roughly 21 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 35 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Don Mueang Airport the day before your flight from Bangkok to Taipei:
Don Mueang Airport has an on-time performance of 60%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that depart from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) is approximately 32 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bangkok to Taipei. Book one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport rental car. Book your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car rental and see more of Taipei and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) is about 5 kilometres from central Taipei. Once you've hopped off your flight from Bangkok to Taipei, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Public transport will get you there in about 25 minutes.
After your flight from Bangkok to Taipei, settle in at a hotel close to TSA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make collecting a Taipei Sung Shan Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the most popular month for flights from Bangkok to Taipei. To avoid the crowds, visit Taipei in March.
Book a Bangkok to Taipei ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Bangkok to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Taipei
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Taipei, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Taipei 101 Observatory, TAIPEI 101 and Shilin Night Market are must-visits when exploring Taipei.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've visited Taipei, now it's time to explore more of Taiwan. Journey around 129 kilometres southwest to Taichung to tick off its leading attractions. From Chenghuangmiao to Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Taiwan, head for Tainan, roughly 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei. Chimei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Old Fort are key highlights.