Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei is six hours ahead of Cape Town, where Cape Town International Airport is located. Taipei follows the UTC+8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your CPT to Taipei flight.
During popular months like January, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from CPT to Taipei. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Cape Town, CPT can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel near CPT? If you're boarding an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Taipei, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
81% of flights departing from Cape Town International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of CPT.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Taipei
$674 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Taipei flight. A return ticket right now is $1,155. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from CPT to Taipei. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Cape Town International Airport to Taipei ticket.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Cape Town International Airport to Taipei. Settle into one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from CPT to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is about 6 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. Once you've disembarked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
The journey will take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your CPT to Taipei flight:
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
December is the quietest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Taipei, while February is the busiest. Find the best time to go to Taipei based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Cape Town International Airport to Taipei plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CPT to Taipei around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Taipei, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Taipei 101, Taipei 101 Observatory and Shilin Night Market are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres southwest of Taipei, a trip to Taichung will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Tainan is another well-known destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei. No trip is complete without seeing Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort.
