Travelling from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Jump on a direct flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours.
Taipei is 5 hours ahead of Istanbul. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located in Taipei, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
With 13 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the busiest route. Turkish Airlines operates the earliest flight at 01:45. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest flight from IST to TPE is with Turkish Airlines at 17:25.
Your flight from Istanbul to TPE won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Go straight to your destination from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) can be booked from here.
Turkish Airlines is a well-known airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport leaving from IST.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to TPE. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
IST is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the best route and your public transport options.
Looking for a handy hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Looking to fly out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)? You can reserve a direct flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) departing from this busy hub.
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take 57 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your flight from Istanbul to TPE? Unwind in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your vacation officially starts. Consider one of these stays:
About Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Getting from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei
From Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, Taipei is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 42 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 24 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is C$474. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$919. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
You're more likely to score flight tickets from Istanbul to TPE when you book 8 months ahead. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are usually at their lowest.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Personalize your trip by applying filters. Choose the number of stops, total duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' options first.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. August is the most popular month for a trip to Taipei. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Istanbul to TPE in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Taipei right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei Zoo are highlights which should be on any good Taipei itinerary.
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