Cheap Flights from Sapporo (SPKA) to Taipei (TPET)

Travelling from Sapporo to Taipei: what you need to know

• Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Sapporo. New Chitose Airport (CTS) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Sapporo to Taipei taking off from here.

• When it comes to landing in Taipei, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the chief entry points.

• The average length of a direct Sapporo to Taipei flight is 4 hours 25 minutes.

• The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Sapporo.

• The busiest route for flights from Sapporo to Taipei is from New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). You can choose from 38 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to be on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CTS to TPE is the 12:05 Tigerair Taiwan option. If you prefer travelling later, the last available departure is at 19:05 with Scoot.

• For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Sapporo to Taipei flight.

• Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sapporo to Taipei

• £70 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Sapporo to Taipei. Return flights start from £150. These fares can change depending on demand.

• Get cheap Sapporo to Taipei flights by booking two months ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time for picking up a bargain.

• Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Sapporo to Taipei. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.

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Flying from Sapporo

New Chitose Airport (CTS)

• If you're searching for a direct flight from Sapporo to Taipei, you can leave from New Chitose Airport (CTS). Fly from CTS to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in one seamless journey.

• These are some of the top carriers offering direct Sapporo to Taipei plane tickets out of CTS:

  • EVA Air

  • China Airlines

  • Tigerair Taiwan

  • Starlux Airlines

  • Scoot

• Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When searching for Sapporo to Taipei flights departing from New Chitose Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:

  • Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

  • Fukuoka Airport (FUK)

• To get to CTS from central Sapporo, it'll take about 1 hour if you're travelling by car. It's roughly 25 miles from the airport to the city centre.

• Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near New Chitose Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Sapporo to Taipei or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

  • Portom International Hokkaido

  • Air Terminal Hotel

  • Minn Chitose

• When it comes to the on-time performance of New Chitose Airport, data shows 69.64% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

• CTS is located at 987 Bibi, Chitose.

Arriving in Taipei

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

• Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 20 miles away.

• If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

• If you're arriving on a late flight from Sapporo to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near TPE:

  • Novotel Taipei Taoyuan International Airport

  • City Suites (Taoyuan Gateway)

  • TY Motel

• Hit the road running 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 usual tourist stops.

• Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks before your departure date.

Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)

• As soon as your flight from Sapporo to Taipei has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 3 miles from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).

• If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.

• There are some comfortable places ready to welcome you near TSA. Unwind after your Sapporo to Taipei flight at any of these perfectly located options:

  • City Suites Taipei Nandong

  • C U Hotel Taipei

  • Caesar Park Hotel Taipei

• Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.

• Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at TSA can land you a better rate.

Best time to go to Taipei

• April is the quietest month for flights from Sapporo to Taipei, while August is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Taipei based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

• Lock in a Sapporo to Taipei ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

• If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Sapporo to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Taipei

• After booking your flight from Sapporo to Taipei, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Taipei:

  • Caesar Metro Taipei

  • Hotel Papa Whale

  • City Suites Taipei Nandong

• There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are major attractions which should feature on any good Taipei itinerary.

Explore more of Taiwan

• Taipei will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan waiting to be explored. Around 80 miles south-west of Taipei, a trip to T'ai-chung-shih will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.

• Around 160 miles 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.