Travelling from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE): What you need to know
Seoul's main base, Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
2 hours 45 minutes is the average duration of a direct Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located in Taipei. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is one hour behind Seoul.
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route. There are 88 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, take the last flight with Scoot at 10:50pm. Opt for the first ICN to TPE departure operated by Tigerair Taiwan at 12:30am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Seoul to TPE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Seoul
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
You can find a direct flight from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) departing from Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN).
These are some of the most well-known carriers offering direct flights from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport leaving from ICN:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between ICN and TPE is EVA Air.
Eastar Jet is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Seoul to ICN takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels near Seoul Incheon International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Seoul Incheon International Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.
Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, check out these options when heading out from Seoul Gimpo International Airport:
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
You can arrive at GMP from the centre of Seoul in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes to travel the 16 kms (10 miles) or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your Seoul to TPE flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Seoul Gimpo International Airport:
Flights from Seoul Gimpo International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing as expected.
About Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight.
Getting from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is around 40 kms (25 miles) from the centre of Taipei. It takes around 40 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Right now, £44 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £60. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seoul to TPE. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
February is when most people book flights from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Visit Taipei in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Seoul to TPE plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January has temperatures of between 9ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Taipei 101 Observatory and Taipei 101 are just two of the big attractions to put on your Taipei itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Taiwan just waiting to be discovered. About 121 kms (75 miles) southwest of Taipei, a trip to Taichung will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Taiwan, head for Tainan, about 257 kms (160 miles) southwest of Taipei. Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort are among the biggest draws.
