Flying from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei is eight hours ahead of Newcastle, where Newcastle International Airport is located. Taipei runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your NCL to Taipei flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from NCL to Taipei with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
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Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Newcastle, NCL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Searching for a hotel near NCL? If you've booked an early flight from Newcastle International Airport to Taipei, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
71.29% of flights leaving from Newcastle International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Taipei
358 € is currently the best price for a one-way Newcastle International Airport to Taipei flight. Return plane tickets start from 688 €. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from NCL to Taipei. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Newcastle International 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 the centre of Taipei. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're using public transport.
Book a hotel close to TPE if you have a late flight from Newcastle International Airport to Taipei. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Grab a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and discover Taipei and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from NCL to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is about 6 kilometres from central Taipei. After your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your NCL to Taipei flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to TSA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Score the best price by booking your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Travel to Taipei during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Newcastle International Airport to Taipei in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Newcastle International Airport to Taipei plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from NCL to Taipei in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Newcastle International Airport to Taipei, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be explored after you've seen Taipei. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei, Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.