Flying from Taipei to Gimhae International Airport (PUS): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by considering where you'll board your flight from Taipei to Gimhae International Airport (PUS). Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the two main airports in Taipei.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 20 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Taipei to Gimhae International Airport flight.
The timezone in Busan is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Taipei. Gimhae International Airport is located in Busan.
The busiest route is from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Gimhae International Airport (PUS), with 68 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from TPE to PUS is the 2:40am Jeju Air service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 5:40pm with Air Busan.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Taipei to PUS. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Taipei to Gimhae International Airport (PUS) take off from this terminal.
These are some of the top airlines operating direct flights from Taipei to Gimhae International Airport taking off from TPE:
China Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from TPE to PUS.
With 78.95% of services arriving as scheduled, Air Busan is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
TPE is about 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 74.72% touch down on time at their destination.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is around 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It takes 20 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Taipei to PUS flight? Unwind in a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
The majority of flights that depart Taipei Songshan Airport make it to their destination within the expected time frame. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 91.15%.
About Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PUS if you're catching a late flight from Taipei to Gimhae International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
Pick up a Gimhae International Airport rental car and discover Busan and beyond with your own set of wheels. With Rental Car Headquarters, Hi Rent A Car and HI RENT A CAR are top providers you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week ahead of your Taipei to Gimhae International Airport flight.
Getting from Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to central Busan
Gimhae International Airport to central Busan is roughly 11 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Gimhae International Airport is R 973. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,719. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Score cheap flights from Taipei to PUS by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Busan. August is when most people book flights from Taipei to Gimhae International Airport (PUS), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Taipei to PUS plane ticket departing in August if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Busan to range from 22ºC (72ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Taipei to Gimhae International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF).
More about Busan
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Busan right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Taipei to Gimhae International Airport:
Your visit to Busan should come with a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you won't want to miss include Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of South Korea just waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres north-west of Busan, a visit to Daejeon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs.
Around 193 kilometres west of Busan, Gwangju is another essential stop in South Korea. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at World Cup Stadium, Gwangju K-POP Star Road feat. BTS J-Hope Hope world and Gwangju Biennale.