Travelling from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Taipei: what you need to know
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is seven hours ahead of Barcelona, where Barcelona-El Prat Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BCN to Taipei flight.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from BCN to Taipei. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
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The journey from central Barcelona to BCN takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kms (8 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BCN:
80% of flights departing from Barcelona-El Prat Airport reach their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from BCN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Taipei
£290 is currently the best price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei flight. A return plane ticket starts at £428. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from BCN to Taipei. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei ticket.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 40 kms (25 miles). It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TPE:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from BCN to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is about 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of Taipei. Once you've hopped off your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near TSA. Unwind and get cosy after your BCN to Taipei flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from TSA four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
February is the busiest month for flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Taipei in December.
Before locking in your Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BCN to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 18ºC.
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Taipei, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Taipei 101, Taipei 101 Observatory and Shilin Night Market are essential stops on your Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taichung is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Taipei. Around 129 kms (80 miles) away to the southwest, its top attractions include Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Tainan is another must-experience destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kms (160 miles) southwest of Taipei. No journey is complete without a visit to Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort.