Travelling from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to Taipei: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Taipei.
Taipei and Qingdao (where Qingdao Liuting International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to consider.
Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route, with four flights a week to choose from. You can travel from TAO to TPE at 09:10 with China Eastern Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to get on your TAO to Taipei flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
You can book a direct Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Taipei ticket. Begin your trip at TAO and end it at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Book your seat with Shandong Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Taipei.
To get to TAO from central Qingdao, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch an early flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Taipei? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to TAO:
Qingdao Liuting International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from TAO arrive at their destination as scheduled 87.22% of the time.
You'll find TAO at No.99 Minhang Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport (TAO) to Taipei
The best price we've found for a one-way Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Taipei flight is Rs43,612. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs106,242. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from TAO to Taipei.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Taipei tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Taipei. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire to explore Taipei and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from TAO to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Once your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Taipei has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
There are some great places to drop your things at near TSA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your TAO to Taipei flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TSA will help you save.
Best time to go to Taipei
Before you book your flights from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Taipei, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Taipei offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Taipei plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from TAO to Taipei in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Qingdao Liuting International Airport to Taipei, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
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 to offer, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a visit to T'ai-chung-shih will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
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.