Flying from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Taipei: what you need to know
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei.
Beijing (the location of Beijing Capital International Airport) and Taipei follow the same timezone — UTC+8.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route, with 29 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from PEK to TPE is with EVA Air at 20:50. Opt for the first departure with Hainan Airlines at 07:55 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a relaxed start to your PEK to Taipei flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a popular month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Begin your trip at PEK and fly nonstop to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei tickets.
Top airlines that offer direct flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei include:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from PEK to Taipei with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The journey from central Beijing to PEK takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to PEK? If you've booked an early flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Beijing Capital International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart PEK arrive at their destination as scheduled.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Taipei
R 2,449 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei flight. A return ticket right now is R 4,089. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from PEK to Taipei if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from PEK to Taipei.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to the centre of Taipei takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from PEK to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is about 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
You can expect the trip to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your PEK to Taipei flight:
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei. February is the busiest month for a trip to Taipei. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PEK to Taipei in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
After booking your flight from Beijing Capital International Airport to Taipei, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Taipei:
Taipei 101 and Taipei 101 Observatory are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Taipei must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taichung is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be explored after you've seen Taipei. Around 129 kilometres away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Taiwan, head for Tainan, about 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei. Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort are key reasons to visit.