Travelling from Istanbul to Taipei: what you need to know
Istanbul is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Taipei departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's primary gateways.
Around 10 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Istanbul to Taipei flight.
Taipei is five hours ahead of Istanbul and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
With 11 flights a week between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the busiest route. Hop on the first flight from Istanbul to Taipei with Turkish Airlines at 01:50. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from IST to TPE is with Turkish Airlines at 17:25.
To ensure you make it on your Istanbul to Taipei flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Taipei
Book two months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Istanbul to Taipei flights.
May is the best month for picking up an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Istanbul to Taipei. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Istanbul to Taipei, you can depart from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Get from IST to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) without any stops.
Turkish Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Istanbul to Taipei plane tickets leaving from IST.
We make it a breeze to book an Istanbul to Taipei flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Istanbul to Taipei? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Istanbul to Taipei flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, check out these options between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Taipei:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
SAW is about 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 55 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Istanbul to Taipei? Kick back in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is approximately 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to get there on public transport.
Reserve a hotel close to TPE if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Taipei. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and explore beyond Taipei's main sights.
Booking your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is roughly 5 kilometres from central Taipei. Once you've hopped off your flight from Istanbul to Taipei, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
After your flight from Istanbul to Taipei, unwind at a hotel close to TSA. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and be on your way in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from TSA four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Istanbul to Taipei. August is the busiest month to travel to Taipei. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your Istanbul to Taipei tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from Istanbul to Taipei around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Taipei right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Taipei:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are must-do's during your Taipei adventure.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan you'll want to see. About 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a visit to T'ai-chung-shih will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.
Tainan is another must-experience destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No journey is complete without visiting Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.