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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Melbourne to Taipei? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Taipei.R 3,376 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 May.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,376, select.
Taipei.R 3,413 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,413, select.
Taipei.R 3,413 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,413, select.
Taipei.R 3,428 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,428, select.
Taipei.R 3,435 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,435, select.
Taipei.R 3,545 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Xiamen Airlines, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,545, select.
Taipei.R 3,572 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,572, select.
Taipei.R 3,697 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,697, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Taipei

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Taipei flights are currently cheapest in May.
Jan
from R 3,413
Feb
from R 3,413
Mar
from R 3,545
Apr
from R 3,758
May
from R 3,376
Jun
from R 3,877
Jul
from R 3,697
Aug
from R 3,572
Sep
from R 3,935
Oct
from R 3,435
Nov
from R 3,428
Dec
from R 6,446

Direct flights from Melbourne to Taipei

Alternative Melbourne to Taipei routes

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

Melbourne to Taipei: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,376
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time9 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week18

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne 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 Melbourne to Taipei is R 6,075. 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.
9 hours and 20 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Taipei.
Qantas and China Airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Taipei.
As of January 2026, there are 18 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Taipei.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Taipei is usually February.
If you're flying from Melbourne, 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 6,075.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 20 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 January, the average temperature is usually around 15°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 Air China. And the cheapest airline that flies to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport is China Airlines.

Travelling from Melbourne to Taipei: what you need to know

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Taipei jetting off from here.

  • Touch down in Taipei at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).

  • Jump on a direct Melbourne to Taipei flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 9 hours 20 minutes.

  • Taipei is three hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are four flights a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Melbourne to Taipei is with China Airlines at 23:20. Choose the first MEL to TPE departure operated by China Airlines at 00:25 to maximise your time in Taipei.

  • To ensure you don't miss your Melbourne to Taipei flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Taipei

  • R 3,376 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Taipei. A return flight starts from R 6,075. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • To score cheap Melbourne to Taipei flights, reserve your journey two months before your departure.

  • The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Melbourne to Taipei is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to Taipei by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Lock in a cheap Melbourne to Taipei flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • You can get a direct flight from Melbourne to Taipei departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Begin your journey at MEL and touch down at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).

  • China Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Melbourne to Taipei plane tickets from MEL.

  • We make it a cinch to book a Melbourne to Taipei flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)

  • The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Need a handy hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Taipei, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • 67.71% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on time.

Arriving in Taipei

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is approximately 27 kilometres from central 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.

  • Book a hotel close to TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Melbourne to Taipei. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and chase adventure across Taipei and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)

  • As soon as your flight from Melbourne to Taipei has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is approximately 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).

  • You can expect the journey to take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near TSA. Tuck yourself in after your Melbourne to Taipei flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make picking up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Lock in the lowest price by securing your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Taipei

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne to Taipei. August is the busiest month for a trip to Taipei. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in a Melbourne to Taipei ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Taipei

  • After booking your flight from Melbourne to Taipei, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:

  • Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to add to your Taipei must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ximending Night Market.

Explore more of Taiwan

  • You've done Taipei, now it's time to discover other parts of Taiwan. Journey about 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its must-visit sights. From Taichung Park to Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Tainan is another must-experience destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No journey is complete without a visit to Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.

Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Taipei

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