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Flight deals from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 3,174. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Taipei.R 942 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 May.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 8 May, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 942, select.
Taipei.R 942 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 942, select.
Taipei.R 942 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 942, select.
Taipei.R 1,184 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,184, select.
Taipei.R 1,184 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,184, select.
Taipei.R 1,210 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul.One-way flight with Spring Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spring Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,210, select.
Taipei.R 2,617 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan.One-way flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,617, select.
Taipei.R 2,619 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov.One-way flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,619, select.
Taipei.R 2,623 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Hong Kong Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hong Kong Airlines, departs from Shanghai Hongqiao on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,623, select.
Taipei.R 2,874 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,874, select.
Taipei.R 2,997 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,997, select.
Taipei.R 3,069 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Jan.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,069, select.
Taipei.R 3,093 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound direct flight with China Southern departs from Shanghai Pudong on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,093, select.
Taipei.R 3,303 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Mar.One-way flight with China Airlines.Outbound direct flight with China Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,303, select.
Taipei.R 3,316 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Apr.One-way flight with China Airlines.Outbound direct flight with China Airlines departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 7 Apr, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,316, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from R 942
Jun
from R 942
Jul
from R 1,210
Aug
from R 1,184
Sep
from R 1,184
Oct
from R 942
Nov
from R 2,619
Dec
from R 2,623
Jan
from R 2,617
Feb
from R 3,093
Mar
from R 3,303
Apr
from R 3,316

Direct flights from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan

Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Taipei below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.

Taipei Sung Shan

4km from central Taipei
Closest
from R 1,820
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Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan

27km from central Taipei
Cheapest
from R 942
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Shanghai to Taipei: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 942
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineChina Airlines
Average flights per week202

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan is R 2,751. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours is the average flight time from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.
China Airlines, EVA Air and China Eastern fly direct from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.
As of May 2026, there are 202 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport on Sunday, 6 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Taipei is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan is Spring Airlines .

Flying from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE): What you need to know

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is Shanghai's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) leaving from here.

  • 2 hours is the average duration of a direct Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight.

  • Taipei (where Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located) and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.

  • With 68 direct flights a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 7:45am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from PVG to TPE is with China Airlines at 8:50pm.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Shanghai to TPE.

  • During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) can be booked from this terminal.

  • Direct flights from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport are offered by a variety of airlines at PVG. Book your journey with one of these:

  • China Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from PVG to TPE.

  • Among carriers on this route, Spring Airlines leads the way for on-time arrivals.

  • PVG is about 48 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:

  • 82% of flights leaving Shanghai Pudong International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of PVG.

  • You'll find PVG at No.300 Qihang Road.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, here's where you can stop when departing from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

    • Macau International Airport (MFM)

  • You can arrive at SHA from the centre of Shanghai in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to travel the 14 kilometres or so.

  • Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to TPE flight:

  • Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 85% of them landing within the expected time frame.

  • SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

Getting from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei

  • Central Taipei is around 40 kilometres from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is R 942. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 2,751. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Shanghai to TPE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport ticket.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Shanghai to TPE by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when prices go down.

  • Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). February is the busiest month to travel to Taipei. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in December.

  • The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Shanghai to TPE plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).

More about Taipei

  • Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Taipei 101 Observatory, Taipei 101 and Shilin Night Market are attractions you won't want to skip in Taipei.

Explore more of Taiwan

  • Taipei is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Taiwan waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres southwest of Taipei, a visit to Taichung will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.

  • Tainan is another must-experience destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei. No trip is complete without visiting Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.