Travelling from Taipei to Beijing: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Taipei. Explore your options departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) when planning your flight from Taipei to Beijing.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Beijing, Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Daxing International Airport (PKX) are the chief entry points.
On average, direct flights from Taipei to Beijing take 3 hours 25 minutes. Beijing and Taipei are in the same timezone (UTC+8), which means you won't need to change your watch after you arrive.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 39 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Taipei to Beijing is with EVA Air at 16:05. Opt for the first TPE to PEK departure operated by China Airlines at 07:30 if you're more of an early bird.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Taipei to Beijing.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll need an embassy visa for China if you hold a passport from Taiwan and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you book your cheap flights from Taipei to Beijing, check with your airline as well as the destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most recent updates.
Flying from Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
If you're after a direct flight from Taipei to Beijing, you can leave from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Fly from TPE to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) without making any stops.
At TPE, there's a range of airlines that operate direct flights from Taipei to Beijing, including:
The journey from central Taipei to TPE takes around 1 hour and 24 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 42 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Taipei to Beijing? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is around 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It'll take 19 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Taipei to Beijing? Kick back in a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Arriving in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of Beijing. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 40 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to Beijing. Book one of these accommodation options near PEK instead:
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
As soon as your flight from Taipei to Beijing has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour and 3 minutes by car. Central Beijing is approximately 56 kilometres from Daxing International Airport (PKX).
There are some comfortable hotels to drop your things at near PKX. Kick back after your flight from Taipei to Beijing at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Beijing
P7,118 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Beijing. A return flight starts at P10,669. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Lock in cheap tickets from Taipei to Beijing by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for tickets from Taipei to Beijing is May. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest day to fly.
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Best time to go to Beijing
July is the most popular month for flights from Taipei to Beijing. To travel when it's less crowded, visit Beijing in February.
Before booking a flight from Taipei to Beijing, think about the kind of weather you like best. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Taipei to Beijing around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Taipei to Beijing, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven are just two of the top attractions to add to your Beijing must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Tiananmen Square.
Complete your Beijing trip with a car rental
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