Travelling from Melbourne to Taipei: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Taipei leaving from here.
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) and Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's major gateways.
Hop on a direct Melbourne to Taipei flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 9 hours 20 minutes.
Taipei's timezone is UTC+8, making Taipei three hours behind Melbourne.
With four weekly flights between the two airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Melbourne to Taipei with China Airlines at 00:25. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest flight from MEL to TPE is with China Airlines at 23:20.
To ensure you don't miss your Melbourne to Taipei flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
Travelling during a popular month such as December? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Taipei
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Melbourne to Taipei flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Melbourne to Taipei.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) on a nonstop flight from Melbourne to Taipei. From MEL, you can fly directly into Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE).
China Airlines is a popular airline that offers direct Melbourne to Taipei plane tickets leaving from MEL.
We make it a cinch to find a Melbourne to Taipei flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Taipei, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
63% of flights taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Arriving in Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) is approximately 32 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take around 40 minutes.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Taipei. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car rental and venture far and wide through Taipei and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport about two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Taipei flight.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) is about 5 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. Once you've hopped off your flight from Melbourne to Taipei, it takes approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The trip will take approximately 25 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Melbourne to Taipei, unwind at a hotel near TSA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make collecting a Taipei Sung Shan Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Avoid paying extra. Booking your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TSA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Taipei
March is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Taipei, while August is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Taipei based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Melbourne to Taipei ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Melbourne to Taipei in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Taipei, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Taipei 101 Observatory and TAIPEI 101 are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Taipei to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Taiwan waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres southwest of Taipei, a visit to Taichung will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei, Tainan is another favourite stop in Taiwan. Start your sightseeing at Chimei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Old Fort.