Travelling from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Taipei: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Taipei.
Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Taipei is 1 hour behind Seoul.
The busiest route is from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). You can select from 251 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ICN to TPE is the 00:30 Tigerair Taiwan option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 22:50 with Scoot.
To ensure you get on your flight from ICN to Taipei, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can catch a direct flight from Incheon International Airport to Taipei that lands at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Direct flights from Incheon International Airport to Taipei are operated by a variety of airlines. Get on board with any of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from ICN to Taipei. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Naha Airport (OKA)
You can travel to Taiwan for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from South Korea. But before booking your cheap tickets from Incheon International Airport to Taipei, make sure you're up to date with the latest guidelines. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near ICN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Taipei or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Taipei
Rs12,398 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Incheon International Airport to Taipei. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs26,299. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from ICN to Taipei, reserve your trip 9 months before the departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Incheon International Airport to Taipei. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for flight tickets from ICN to Taipei every day.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Incheon International Airport to Taipei. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 42 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Book a hotel near TPE if you're catching a late flight from Incheon International Airport to Taipei. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
After your flight from Incheon International Airport to Taipei has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 19 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from ICN to Taipei:
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Incheon International Airport to Taipei. August is the busiest month to visit Taipei. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Incheon International Airport to Taipei for July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from ICN to Taipei in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Taipei
After locking in your flight from Incheon International Airport to Taipei, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Taipei:
Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are a couple of major attractions to put on your Taipei must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Taipei Zoo.
Complete your Taipei trip with a car rental
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