Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Taipei: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei is 15 hours 48 minutes.
London Heathrow Airport is located in London. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Taipei is 8 hours ahead of London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route, with 5 weekly flights to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from LHR to TPE is with China Airlines at 22:00. Opt for the first departure with China Airlines at 19:55 if you want to fly out earlier.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from LHR to Taipei. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can book a nonstop flight from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei that lands at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
China Airlines is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from LHR to Taipei. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
You can visit Taiwan for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United Kingdom. But before reserving your cheap tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Located around 31 kilometres from the centre of London, LHR can be reached in approximately 57 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 1 minute.
Catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LHR:
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Taipei
R 7,288 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,936. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from LHR to Taipei, book your journey 5 months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei is January. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest travel date.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes around 42 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour and 24 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near TPE:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is around 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). As soon as your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 19 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 45 minutes.
After your flight from LHR to Taipei, settle in at a hotel close to TSA. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the most popular month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei. To avoid the crowds, head to Taipei in April when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei for July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from LHR to Taipei in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Taipei, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei Zoo are leading attractions which should feature on every Taipei itinerary.
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