Flying from Osaka to Taipei: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Osaka to Taipei. Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Kobe Airport (UKB) are the main airports in Osaka.
When planning your arrival in Taipei, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the primary gateways.
Take a direct Osaka to Taipei flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Taipei's timezone is UTC+8, making Taipei one hour behind Osaka.
The busiest route for flights from Osaka to Taipei is from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). There are 113 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from KIX to TPE is the 07:15 Peach Aviation service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last available departure is at 23:50 with Tigerair Taiwan.
To ensure you don't miss your Osaka to Taipei flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as June. 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 Osaka to Taipei
Right now, 71 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Taipei. The cheapest price for a return flight is 136 €. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap Osaka to Taipei flights, book your journey two months before your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Osaka to Taipei is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Osaka to Taipei, you can leave from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Travel from KIX to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) without making any stops.
Direct Osaka to Taipei plane tickets are available from a range of airlines at KIX. Get on board with any of these:
We make it simple to book an Osaka to Taipei flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Kansai International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Naha Airport (OKA)
To reach KIX from central Osaka, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Osaka to Taipei? Stay at a hotel close to Kansai International Airport, like First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport will also put you moments from the check-in counter.
67.95% of flights taking off from Kansai International Airport make it to their destination on time.
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
You can take a direct flight from Osaka to Taipei leaving from Kobe Airport (UKB). Start your trip at UKB and step off the plane at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
From UKB, you can book a direct Osaka to Taipei plane ticket with Starlux Airlines.
UKB is about 26 kilometres from central Osaka. It'll take 45 minutes or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
It's your holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Kobe Airport the day before your flight from Osaka to Taipei:
Kobe Airport has a track record for punctuality. 85% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
The street address for UKB is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is approximately 27 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Osaka to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near TPE:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire to explore Taipei and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is about 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Osaka to Taipei has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Osaka to Taipei:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make picking up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up the best price by securing your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the most popular month for flights from Osaka to Taipei. To skip the crowds, head to Taipei in April.
Lock in an Osaka to Taipei ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Osaka 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. After booking your flight from Osaka to Taipei, check out our selection of hotels including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are must-do's during your Taipei adventure.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've seen Taipei, now it's time to discover other parts of Taiwan. Journey about 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its leading sights. From Taichung Park to Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei, Tainan is another favourite stop in Taiwan. Experience major highlights starting with Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.