Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei is five hours ahead of Doha, where Hamad International Airport is located. Taipei runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your DOH to Taipei flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for flight tickets from DOH to Taipei, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The journey from central Doha to DOH takes around 40 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Taipei? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near DOH:
Hamad International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 83.59% of flights that depart DOH land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Taipei
Rs68,204 is currently the best price for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Taipei flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs119,940. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from DOH to Taipei if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for your Hamad International Airport to Taipei ticket.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DOH to Taipei by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hamad International Airport to Taipei.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Hamad International Airport to Taipei. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Pick up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and discover Taipei and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from DOH to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is about 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Hamad International Airport to Taipei has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 20 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your DOH to Taipei flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Visit Taipei during the high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Hamad International Airport to Taipei in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before booking a Hamad International Airport to Taipei flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from DOH to Taipei around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Taipei right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Hamad International Airport to Taipei:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are attractions you won't want to skip in Taipei.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a visit to T'ai-chung-shih will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei, Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan. No visit is complete without checking out Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.
