Travelling from Dubai to Taipei: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can fly out of in Dubai. Explore your options leaving from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when booking your flight from Dubai to Taipei.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's major entry points.
Hop on a direct Dubai to Taipei flight and you'll be in transit for an average of 8 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8, which is four hours ahead of Dubai.
Dubai Airport (DXB) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 12 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Dubai to Taipei is with Emirates at 08:45. Choose the first DXB to TPE departure with Emirates at 03:40 to make the most of your first day in Taipei.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Dubai to Taipei flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Taipei
To score cheap Dubai to Taipei flights, reserve your journey five months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on plane tickets from Dubai to Taipei. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Set off from Dubai Airport (DXB) on a nonstop flight from Dubai to Taipei. From DXB, you can land directly at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Emirates is a popular airline that offers direct Dubai to Taipei plane tickets from DXB.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for Dubai to Taipei flights departing from Dubai Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Dubai, DXB can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Taipei? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Dubai Airport:
Of the departures from Dubai Airport, 74.31% land on schedule at their destination.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Dubai to DWC in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 45 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dubai to Taipei, unwind in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
57% of flights out of Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is approximately 27 kilometers from the centre of Taipei. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dubai to Taipei. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Pick up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and explore Taipei and beyond with your own set of wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your Dubai to Taipei flight.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. After your flight from Dubai to Taipei, it takes approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
After your flight from Dubai to Taipei, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to TSA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make collecting a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car simple. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Dubai to Taipei. August is the busiest month to visit Taipei. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Dubai to Taipei ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap flights from Dubai to Taipei around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
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 hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Taipei:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are popular attractions which should feature on every Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Taiwan you should also see. Around 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a visit to T'ai-chung-shih will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.
If you want to check out another major destination in Taiwan, consider Tainan, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are highlights.