Flying from Beijing to Taipei: what you need to know
Beijing is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Beijing to Taipei leaving from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX).
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) and Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's major gateways.
The average duration of a direct Beijing to Taipei flight is 3 hours 15 minutes.
Beijing and Taipei are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 28 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Beijing to Taipei is with EVA Air at 20:50. Go for the first PEK to TPE departure operated by Hainan Airlines at 07:55 to maximise your time in Taipei.
To ensure you board your Beijing to Taipei flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Taipei
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Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital Airport (PEK)
Jet off from Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) on a nonstop flight from Beijing to Taipei. From PEK, you can travel directly to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE).
Pick from a variety of airlines that offer direct Beijing to Taipei plane tickets out of PEK. Get on board with any of these:
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Beijing to Taipei flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Beijing Capital Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
Travelling from central Beijing to PEK takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After an easy start to your trip? Stay near Beijing Capital Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Beijing to Taipei or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
81% of flights leaving Beijing Capital Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of PEK.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing Airport (PKX)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Beijing to Taipei flight. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Beijing Daxing Airport and Taipei:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Hangzhou Airport (HGH)
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
PKX is about 40 kilometres from central Beijing. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Beijing Daxing Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Taipei:
Most flights that leave Beijing Daxing Airport touch down at their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 87%.
Arriving in Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Beijing to Taipei. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car rental and experience the lesser-explored corners of Taipei and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is located around 5 kilometres from Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Beijing to Taipei has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 25 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to TSA. Kick back after your Beijing to Taipei flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving taxi lines. Grab a Taipei Sung Shan Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TSA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Taipei
March is the quietest month for flights from Beijing to Taipei, while August is the most popular. Figure out the best time to visit Taipei based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Beijing to Taipei ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Beijing to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Beijing to Taipei, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Taipei 101 Observatory and TAIPEI 101 are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Taipei must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taichung is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Taipei. Around 129 kilometres to the southwest, top sights here include Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei, Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Chimei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Old Fort.