Flying from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Incheon International Airport is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Seoul is one hour ahead of Taipei and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Flights from TPE to ICN start at 06:55 — the earliest with EVA Air. The last service of the day is at 20:00 with Tigerair Taiwan. In total, you can take your pick of 125 weekly Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Incheon International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your TPE to ICN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
There are plenty of direct flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Incheon International Airport, so getting to Seoul (and then touring more of South Korea!) is a breeze. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with Jeju Air on this route.
EASTAR JET is a leader in on-time performance for TPE to ICN flights, with 85.29% of services landing on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
At the moment, R 1,017 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,747. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book seven months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from TPE to ICN.
Organise your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Incheon International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from TPE to ICN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Incheon International Airport.
Handy information about Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
74.72% of flights that depart Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Incheon International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near TPE:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Grab an Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are leading providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport to central Seoul is roughly 48 kilometres. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions, so checking a navigation app for real-time information is a good idea.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The quietest month for a flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Incheon International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Seoul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Incheon International Airport for August if you want to go to Seoul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from TPE to ICN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored after you've seen Seoul. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.