Flying from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Istanbul. Istanbul Airport (IST) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) leaving from here.
Expect to be travelling for 11 hours 5 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located in Taipei. The city runs on the UTC+8 timezone and is five hours ahead of Istanbul.
The busiest route is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), with 11 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from IST to TPE is the 1:50am Turkish Airlines option. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 5:25pm with Turkish Airlines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to TPE.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
You can jump on a direct flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST).
When jetting out of IST, you can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport with Turkish Airlines.
Turkish Airlines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from IST to TPE.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to TPE leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
IST is about 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Check out these connections between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and TPE:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can reach SAW from central Istanbul in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to TPE flight:
68% of flights departing Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Have a late flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near TPE and get cosy, quick:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei
From Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, central Taipei is around 40 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Currently, 312 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 565 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to TPE. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Istanbul to TPE.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
December is the quietest month for flights from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), while February is the most popular. Figure out the best time to go to Taipei based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Istanbul to TPE plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in January when temperatures are between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Taipei
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Taipei right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Taipei 101 Observatory, Taipei 101 and Shilin Night Market are must-visits when exploring Taipei.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've done Taipei, now it's time to discover more of Taiwan. Journey around 121 kilometres southwest to Taichung to check off its leading sights. From Chenghuangmiao to Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei, Tainan is another favourite stop in Taiwan. No visit is complete without checking out Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort.