Flying from Launceston Airport (LST) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei is three hours behind Launceston, where Launceston Airport is located. Taipei runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your LST to Taipei flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as June? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from LST to Taipei with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Brisbane Airport (BNE)
LST is around 14 kilometres from central Launceston. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
In search of a hotel close to LST? If you're boarding an early flight from Launceston Airport to Taipei, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Launceston Airport, 68.35% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Launceston Airport (LST) to Taipei
Rs75,210 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Launceston Airport to Taipei flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs162,901. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from LST to Taipei if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Launceston Airport to Taipei across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You don't need to check in daily to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from LST to Taipei.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Launceston Airport to Taipei.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Launceston Airport to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Pick up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and explore Taipei and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from LST to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Once your flight from Launceston Airport to Taipei has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your LST to Taipei flight:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Score the best price by booking 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
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Launceston Airport to Taipei. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are generally higher and attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Taipei in low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Lock in a Launceston Airport to Taipei plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from LST to Taipei around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Launceston Airport to Taipei, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Taipei travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've done Taipei, now it's time to discover other parts of Taiwan. Journey around 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its leading attractions. From Taichung Park to Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei, Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan. Start your sightseeing at Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.