Flying from Taipei to Seoul: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Taipei. Check out your options departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) when planning your flight from Taipei to Seoul.
Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Gimpo International Airport (GMP) are Seoul's major entry points.
Jump on a direct Taipei to Seoul flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Seoul is UTC+9, which is one hour ahead of Taipei.
With 88 weekly flights between the two airports, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Incheon International Airport (ICN) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Taipei to Seoul with EVA Air at 06:55. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from TPE to ICN is with Tigerair Taiwan at 20:00.
To ensure you don't miss your Taipei to Seoul flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Seoul
At the moment, £52 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Seoul. The cheapest price for a return flight is £105. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap Taipei to Seoul flights, book your trip three months before your departure date.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Taipei to Seoul is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Set off from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) on a nonstop flight from Taipei to Seoul. From TPE, you can fly straight to Incheon International Airport (ICN).
These are some of the top airlines offering direct Taipei to Seoul plane tickets from TPE:
TPE is about 32 kms (20 miles) from central Taipei. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Taipei to Seoul, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of the flights that depart from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 74.72% land on schedule at their destination.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
You can catch a direct flight from Taipei to Seoul departing from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Begin your travels at TSA and hop off the plane at Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
TSA has a range of airlines that offer direct Taipei to Seoul plane tickets. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat with any of these:
On public transport, you can travel from central Taipei to TSA in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 6 kms (4 miles) away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Taipei to Seoul? Check in to a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
The majority of flights that leave Taipei Songshan Airport touch down at their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 91%.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kms (30 miles) from central Seoul. How long it takes to get to the centre will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Taipei to Seoul, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near ICN:
Pick up an Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Taipei to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is roughly 16 kms (10 miles) from central Seoul. Check out your options for getting into town after your flight from Taipei to Seoul has touched down.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Taipei to Seoul, unwind at a hotel close to GMP. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and make a speedy getaway.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from GMP one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the most popular month for flights from Taipei to Seoul. To escape the crowds, go to Seoul in April.
Lock in a Taipei to Seoul ticket departing in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Look for cheap flights from Taipei to Seoul around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Seoul right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Taipei to Seoul:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are top attractions which should be on any good Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Busan is just one of the many places in South Korea waiting to be explored after you've seen Seoul. Around 200 miles to the south-east, top sights here include Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Around 35 miles west of Seoul, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Lawn Square of Incheon International Airport, Yeongjong Sky City No.23 Park and 스카이72 GC 바다코스.
