Travelling from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei and Shanghai (where Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch on arrival.
The most popular route is from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Take your pick of 69 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SHA to TSA is the 08:10 Shanghai Airlines service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 19:40 with EVA Air.
To ensure you catch your flight from SHA to Taipei, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
You can book a direct flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Taipei. Start your journey at SHA and touch down at Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
A good selection of airlines offer direct flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Taipei. The most popular include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from SHA to Taipei. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Macau International Airport (MFM)
When travelling to Taiwan for tourism purposes, you will need a visa if you hold a passport from China. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the length and purpose of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before reserving your cheap ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Taipei.
Central Shanghai to SHA is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 21 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Have an early flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Taipei? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to SHA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) to Taipei
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Taipei is 89 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 162 €. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from SHA to Taipei by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Taipei. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 42 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour and 24 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is approximately 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). As soon as your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Taipei has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 19 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near TSA. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from SHA to Taipei at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Taipei. August is the busiest month to visit Taipei. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Taipei, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from SHA to Taipei sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport to Taipei, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei Zoo are top sights which should be on every Taipei itinerary.
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