Flying from Taipei to London: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Taipei to London. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the two main airports in Taipei.
Come in for landing at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or one of London's other airports. They include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
15 hours 48 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Taipei to London. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, London is 8 hours behind Taipei.
With 5 flights a week between the two airports, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the busiest route. Board the first flight from Taipei to London with China Airlines at 08:05. If you prefer to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from TPE to LHR is with China Airlines at 10:50.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Taipei to London.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you hold a passport from Taiwan and plan to travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the latest rules, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap flight from Taipei to London.
Flying from Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
You can book a nonstop flight from Taipei to London jetting off from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Start your trip at TPE and end it at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
If you plan to leave from TPE, you can take a direct flight from Taipei to London with China Airlines.
The journey from central Taipei to TPE takes approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 42 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to London, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
You can arrive at TSA from central Taipei in approximately 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 6 kilometres or so.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Taipei to London, take things easy in one of these hotels close to Taipei Songshan Airport:
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from central London. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 57 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Taipei to London. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 80 kilometres from central London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Taipei to London, expect a drive time of approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes to reach the heart of the city.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Taipei to London:
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Taipei to London is $265. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $959. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from Taipei to London.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Taipei to London. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from checking for cheap tickets from Taipei to London every day.
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Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Taipei to London. To travel when it's less crowded, head to London in February.
Before locking in your flight from Taipei to London, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, book a cheap ticket from Taipei to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Start your London trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Taipei to London, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are attractions you won't want to skip in London.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
Explore our lineup of car rentals once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Taipei to London. Whether you're searching for a compact ride, spacious sedan or something with all the extras, you can easily compare companies in one go to get the best deal.