Flying from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll board your flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are Shanghai's main airports.
Approximately 1 hour 58 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located in Taipei. The city's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Shanghai.
With 225 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 07:55. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from PVG to TPE is with China Airlines at 20:50.
To ensure you get on your flight from Shanghai to TPE, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Get to your destination in one go from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Nonstop flights from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) operate from here.
Direct flights from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport are available from a good selection of airlines at PVG. Get on board with any of these:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Shanghai to TPE leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
From the centre of Shanghai, PVG is around 56 kilometres away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Have an early flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Looking to fly out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)? You can book a direct flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) from this popular hub.
Depending on traffic, you can drive to SHA from Shanghai's centre in about 21 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to TPE:
About Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Reserve a hotel close to TPE if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei
From Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, Taipei is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 42 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 24 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Rs15,354 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Return flights start from Rs37,480. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book 8 months ahead. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find cheap tickets from Shanghai to TPE within that timeframe.
The cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Taipei. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Schedule your flight from Shanghai to TPE for July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Taipei travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Taipei Zoo.
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