Flying from Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Haikou (the location of Haikou Meilan International Airport).
Leave plenty of time to catch your HAK to Taipei flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from HAK to Taipei. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
To reach HAK from central Haikou, it takes about 50 minutes by car. It's roughly 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near HAK. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Taipei or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
Haikou Meilan International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from HAK make it to their destination as scheduled 87.35% of the time.
The address for HAK is Qiongwen Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) to Taipei
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Haikou Meilan International Airport to Taipei flight is ₹ 15,539. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 24,661. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from HAK to Taipei. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Taipei is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and land a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
Think about booking a hotel near TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Taipei. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and discover more of Taipei and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from HAK to Taipei can help you secure the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is about 6 kilometres from central Taipei. Once you've hopped off your flight from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near TSA. Settle in and get cosy after your HAK to Taipei flight at any of these well-located options:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make picking up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Score the best price by booking your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Visit Taipei during the high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Taipei in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Haikou Meilan International Airport to Taipei flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. 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 HAK to Taipei around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
After booking your flight from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Taipei, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Taipei travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Taipei. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei, Tainan is another favourite stop in Taiwan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.