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Taipei.R 1,440 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,440, select.
Taipei.R 1,463 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,463, select.
Taipei.R 1,464 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,464, select.
Taipei.R 1,464 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jan.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 6 Jan, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,464, select.
Taipei.R 1,464 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,464, select.
Taipei.R 1,497 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,497, select.
Taipei.R 1,499 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 May.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,499, select.
Taipei.R 1,501 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,501, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flights are currently cheapest in June.
Nov
from R 1,610
Dec
from R 1,889
Jan
from R 1,464
Feb
from R 1,464
Mar
from R 1,464
Apr
from R 1,503
May
from R 1,499
Jun
from R 1,440
Jul
from R 1,463
Aug
from R 1,501
Sep
from R 1,497
Oct
from R 1,503

Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kuala Lumpur to Taipei: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,440
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time4 hrs, 50 mins
Most popular airlineChina Airlines
Average flights per week75

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Taipei: Taipei Sung Shan and Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei is R 2,912. 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.
4 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei.
China Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia X fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei.
As of November 2025, there are 224 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei is usually January.
If you're flying from Kuala Lumpur, the cheapest airport near Taipei is Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan – which is 27.2 km away from the centre of Taipei. We've found flights into this airport from R 2,912.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei on Saturday, 17 January 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 50 minutes.
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 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.
In November, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. July is typically the warmest month in Taipei, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 14°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Taipei is Scoot. And the cheapest airline that flies to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport is AirAsia X.

Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei: what you need to know

  • Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).

  • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's primary gateways.

  • The average length of a direct Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flight is 4 hours 50 minutes.

  • Kuala Lumpur and Taipei share the same timezone, UTC+8.

  • The most popular route for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Choose from 34 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KUL to TPE is the 07:10 Batik Air Malaysia option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final scheduled service is at 17:15 with Starlux Airlines.

  • To ensure you make it on your Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei

  • To score cheap Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flights, reserve your trip two months before your planned departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Save on your Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flight with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Flying from Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • You can get a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Begin your journey at KUL and come in for landing at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).

  • You'll find plenty of airlines that offer direct Kuala Lumpur to Taipei plane tickets out of KUL. Some of the most popular are:

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.

  • Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, 58.65% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • Take a moment to stretch your legs during your Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flight with a stopover. Penang International Airport (PEN) is one of the main options between Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and Taipei.

  • SZB is about 18 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It'll take you 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • It's your holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei:

  • 68% of flights out of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Arriving in Taipei

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 40 minutes.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • Consider booking a hotel close to TPE if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and explore beyond Taipei's main sights.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks before your travel date.

Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)

  • As soon as your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take approximately 45 minutes.

  • There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to TSA. Tuck yourself in after your Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Forget about public transport timetables or long cab queues. Grab a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the rates and availability from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.

  • Get the pick of the lot. Booking your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.

Best time to go to Taipei

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei. August is the busiest month to visit Taipei. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.

  • When booking your Kuala Lumpur to Taipei tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Taipei

  • Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:

  • Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are must-visits when exploring Taipei.

Explore more of Taiwan

  • Taipei is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Taiwan you should also see. About 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a trip to T'ai-chung-shih will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei, Tainan is another favourite stop in Taiwan. No visit is complete without checking out Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.

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