Flying from Taipei to Sendai Airport (SDJ): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Taipei. Explore your options departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) when planning your flight from Taipei to Sendai Airport (SDJ).
Hop on a direct flight from Taipei to Sendai Airport and you'll be in the air for around 3 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Sendai is UTC+9, which is 1 hour ahead of Taipei. Sendai Airport is located in Sendai.
The most popular route is from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Sendai Airport (SDJ), with 26 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TPE to SDJ is the 10:05 EVA Air service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the last departure is at 13:45 with Tigerair Taiwan.
Your flight from Taipei to SDJ won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
You can book a direct flight from Taipei to Sendai Airport (SDJ) out of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Taipei to Sendai Airport departing TPE include:
TPE is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Taipei to Sendai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Planning to leave from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)? You can book a direct flight from Taipei to Sendai Airport (SDJ) out of this hub.
You can pick from a range of airlines offering direct flights from Taipei to SDJ departing from TSA. Take off with any of these carriers and skip the connections:
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Taipei to Sendai Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these stops between Taipei Songshan Airport and SDJ:
Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
TSA is around 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It takes 19 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Taipei to SDJ, unwind in one of these hotels near Taipei Songshan Airport:
About Sendai Airport (SDJ)
Book a hotel near SDJ if you have a late flight from Taipei to Sendai Airport. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to central Sendai
Sendai Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Sendai. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Sendai Airport is Rs38,263. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs79,491. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from Taipei to SDJ by booking at least 7 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
To get the lowest price on your tickets from Taipei to Sendai Airport, plan your trip for April (it's when flights are cheapest). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' tool to browse the most affordable day to fly.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices drop. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for flight tickets from Taipei to SDJ.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Taipei to Sendai Airport. June is the busiest month for a trip to Sendai. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Schedule your flight from Taipei to SDJ for August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Sendai to range from 17ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Taipei to Sendai Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Sendai
After locking in your flight from Taipei to Sendai Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Sendai:
Sendai Castle and The Miyagi Museum of Art are just two of the major attractions to put on your Sendai to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Mitsui Outlet Park Sendai Port.
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