Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Taipei: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Taipei and you'll be travelling for around 9 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is 3 hours behind Sydney, where Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is located.
Choose from 24 services a week between Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). This is the most popular flight route.
To ensure you catch your flight from SYD to Taipei, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Taipei are available for booking. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is where you'll be touching down.
Get on board with China Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Taipei.
We make it simple to plan a flight from SYD to Taipei with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
If you hold a passport from Australia and want to travel to Taiwan for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may differ based on the length and purpose of your stay and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Taipei.
The journey from central Sydney to SYD takes around 27 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a handy hotel close to SYD? If you've booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Taipei, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Taipei
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Taipei is 163 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 311 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Lock in cheap tickets from SYD to Taipei by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Taipei. If you're flexible 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 takes around 42 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is roughly 6 kilometres from central Taipei. After your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 19 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 45 minutes.
You'll find some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near TSA. Kick back and get cosy after your flight from SYD to Taipei at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the busiest month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Taipei. To avoid the crowds, head for Taipei in April when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Taipei, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from SYD to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Taipei, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei Zoo are highlights which should be on any well-planned Taipei itinerary.
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