Travelling from Beijing to Taipei: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Beijing. Explore your options departing from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Daxing International Airport (PKX) when searching for a flight from Beijing to Taipei.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's primary gateways.
Jump on a direct Beijing to Taipei flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 3 hours 15 minutes.
Taipei's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Beijing.
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are 29 flights a week to choose from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from Beijing to Taipei is with EVA Air at 20:50. Choose the first PEK to TPE departure with Hainan Airlines at 07:55 to fit in more activities on your first day in Taipei.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Beijing to Taipei flight.
Travelling during a popular month such as April? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Taipei
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Flying from Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Take off from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) on a nonstop flight from Beijing to Taipei. From PEK, you can fly directly to Taiwan Taoyuan International 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:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Beijing to Taipei flights leaving from Beijing Capital International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
Central Beijing to PEK is around 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Beijing to Taipei or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Of all flights departing from Beijing Capital International Airport, 79.67% arrive on time at their destination.
The address for PEK is Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Break up your Beijing to Taipei flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Daxing International Airport and Taipei include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Changle International Airport (FOC)
Driving from central Beijing to PKX usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes, depending on traffic. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Daxing International Airport the day before your flight from Beijing to Taipei:
Daxing International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 88.83% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 32 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Beijing to Taipei. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and explore Taipei and beyond with your own set of wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Beijing to Taipei flight.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is approximately 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). As soon as your flight from Beijing to Taipei has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 45 minutes.
After your flight from Beijing to Taipei, unwind at a hotel close to TSA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make picking up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Beijing to Taipei. August is the busiest month to travel to Taipei. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Beijing to Taipei ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap flights from Beijing to Taipei around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
After booking your flight from Beijing to Taipei, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Taipei:
Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Taipei itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've visited Taipei, now it's time to explore more of Taiwan. Journey around 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its top attractions. From Taichung Park to Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Tainan is another must-experience destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No journey is complete without visiting Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.