Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei: what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB).
When it comes to working out where to land in Taipei, Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) and Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) are the chief entry points.
The average length of a direct Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flight is 4 hours 50 minutes.
Taipei's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Kuala Lumpur.
The busiest route for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE). Choose from 38 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from KUL to TPE is the 07:10 Batik Air Malaysia service. If you prefer travelling later, the latest available service is at 17:15 with Starlux Airlines.
Leave enough time to make your Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei
To pick up cheap Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flights, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can get a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei taking off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Begin your trip at KUL and touch down at Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE).
Direct Kuala Lumpur to Taipei plane tickets are available from a good range of airlines at KUL. Your nonstop flight awaits with one of these options:
We make it simple to find a Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 40 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% land on schedule at their destination.
Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Consider adding a stop at Penang Airport (PEN). It's a key stopover on a Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flight leaving Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport. Use a longer layover to explore the city, or take advantage of a quick break to get a snack at the airport.
On public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 18 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei? Unwind in a hotel near Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport before your holiday officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 72%.
Arriving in Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near TPE:
Travel at your own speed with a Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car rental and venture far and wide through Taipei and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport about two weeks in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flight.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) is roughly 5 kilometres from central Taipei. Once you've hopped off your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 25 minutes or so.
After your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei, unwind at a hotel near TSA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long taxi lines. Grab a Taipei Sung Shan Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Get exactly what you want. Securing your ride from TSA four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei. To escape the crowds, head to Taipei in March.
Book a Kuala Lumpur to Taipei 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).
Search for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Taipei 101 Observatory and TAIPEI 101 are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Taipei to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taichung is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Taipei. Around 129 kilometres to the southwest, its top attractions include Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei, Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Chimei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Old Fort.






