Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei is seven hours ahead of Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located. Taipei follows the UTC+8 timezone.
To avoid missing your BCN to Taipei flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from BCN to Taipei. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
BCN is about 13 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near BCN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
Of the departures from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Taipei
281 € is currently the best price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei flight. Return plane tickets start from 447 €. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from BCN to Taipei if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei ticket.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel close to TPE if you have a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei. Select one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Hit the road running by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire to explore Taipei and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from BCN to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is about 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). After your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your BCN to Taipei flight:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TSA can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Taipei
Before securing your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Taipei offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei, browse our range of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are essential stops on your Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Taipei. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Taiwan, consider Tainan, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are key reasons to visit.