Travelling from Taipei to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): What you need to know
Taipei is home to two main airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Taipei to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours behind Taipei.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Taipei to CPT. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Taipei to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 74.72% land on time at their destination.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
You can get to TSA from the centre of Taipei in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to travel the 6 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Taipei to CPT flight, stay in one of these hotels near Taipei Songshan Airport:
Taipei Songshan Airport has a track record for punctuality. 91.15% of flights departing here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Have a late flight from Taipei to Cape Town International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near CPT and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Hit the road running by picking up a Cape Town International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Hire and explore beyond Cape Town's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Taipei to Cape Town International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
R 8,142 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Cape Town International Airport. Return flights start from R 16,613. These prices can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Taipei to CPT if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Taipei to Cape Town International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Cape Town. June is when most people book flights from Taipei to Cape Town International Airport (CPT), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Taipei to CPT plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Cape Town to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Taipei to Cape Town International Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Cape Town
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Cape Town right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Taipei to Cape Town International Airport:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Table Mountain, Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock are top attractions which should feature on any good Cape Town itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Cape Town, now it's time to discover more of South Africa. Travel about 121 kilometres north-west to Saldanha to check off its must-visit sights. From North Head Lighthouse to Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Ceres is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town. No trip is complete without seeing Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.