Flying from London to Taipei: what you need to know
London has plenty of airports to fly out of. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Taipei. Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Touch down in Taipei at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Jump on a direct London to Taipei flight and you'll be flying for an average of 13 hours 25 minutes.
Taipei is eight hours ahead of London and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
With five flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from London to Taipei with China Airlines at 21:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from LHR to TPE is with China Airlines at 21:15.
To ensure you catch your London to Taipei flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Taipei
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January is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from London to Taipei. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're after a direct flight from London to Taipei, you can depart from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Fly from LHR to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) without making any stops.
Look out for deals with China Airlines. This carrier offers direct London to Taipei plane tickets from LHR.
We make it easy to book a London to Taipei flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
LHR is about 26 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Taipei, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 68.18% of flights complete their journey on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your London to Taipei flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, here's where you can stop between London Gatwick Airport and Taipei:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
LGW is around 40 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from London to Taipei, take it easy in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
69% of flights departing London Gatwick Airport make it to their destination as expected.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Booking a ticket from London to Taipei with one or more stops can give you more departure time choices along with better fares. When flying from Stansted Airport (STN), here's where you can detour to on your way to Taipei:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
From central London, STN is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Stansted Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Taipei flight:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. To put it plainly, that's how often flights from this airport arrive as planned.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from London to Taipei. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
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 to explore Taipei and beyond.
Booking your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
As soon as your flight from London to Taipei has arrived, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
After your flight from London to Taipei, unwind at a hotel near TSA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make collecting a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car simple. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from London to Taipei. August is the most popular month to travel to Taipei. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your London to Taipei ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap flights from London to Taipei in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Taipei right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Taipei:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a visit to T'ai-chung-shih will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions 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. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.