Travelling from Taipei to Tokyo: what you need to know
Taipei has two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Taipei to Tokyo flying out of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Hop off your plane in Tokyo at Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Take a direct Taipei to Tokyo flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Taipei.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 138 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Taipei to Tokyo is with China Airlines at 16:30. Go for the first TPE to NRT departure with Peach Aviation at 02:10 to make the most of your first day in Tokyo.
Leave plenty of time to make your Taipei to Tokyo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Tokyo
79 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Tokyo. Return flights start from 166 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To secure cheap Taipei to Tokyo flights, book your trip one month ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Taipei to Tokyo. If your travel dates are not set in stone, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Begin your travels at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), which offers a range of direct flights from Taipei to Tokyo. From TPE, you can fly without any stops to Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).
Direct Taipei to Tokyo plane tickets are available from a range of airlines at TPE. Book your seat with any of these:
Located around 32 kilometres from central Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Taipei to Tokyo, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 74.72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
You can book a direct flight from Taipei to Tokyo out of Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Nonstop connections from TSA will take you to Haneda Airport (HND).
TSA has a variety of airlines offering direct Taipei to Tokyo plane tickets. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these:
With public transport, you can travel from central Taipei to TSA in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 6 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Taipei to Tokyo? Check in to a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your break officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Taipei Songshan Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 91% of flights leaving here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 15 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near HND if you have a late flight from Taipei to Tokyo. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Haneda Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and chase adventure across Tokyo and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks in advance of your Taipei to Tokyo flight.
HND is situated at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is about 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from Taipei to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 1 hour.
After your flight from Taipei to Tokyo, tuck yourself in at a hotel near NRT. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and set off in the blink of an eye.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at NRT can help you lock in a better rate.
Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
April is the most popular month for flights from Taipei to Tokyo. To skip the crowds, go to Tokyo in February.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Taipei to Tokyo ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Taipei to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tokyo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tokyo right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Taipei to Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are highlights which should feature on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Japan you should also see. About 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a trip to Yokohama will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another essential stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.