Travelling from Shanghai to Taipei: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Shanghai. Check out your options departing from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA) when searching for a flight from Shanghai to Taipei.
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) and Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's primary gateways.
The average time for a direct Shanghai to Taipei flight is 2 hours.
Shanghai and Taipei share the same timezone, UTC+8.
The most popular route for flights from Shanghai to Taipei is from Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG) to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE). You can choose from 67 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from PVG to TPE is the 07:45 Air China option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the latest available service is at 20:50 with China Airlines.
To ensure you make your Shanghai to Taipei flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Taipei
To find cheap Shanghai to Taipei flights, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Shanghai to Taipei.
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Flying from Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG)
Start your trip at Shanghai Pudong Airport (PVG), which has a range of direct flights from Shanghai to Taipei. From PVG, you can fly seamlessly to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) or Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA).
Direct Shanghai to Taipei plane tickets are available from a good range of airlines at PVG. Your nonstop flight awaits with one of these options:
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for Shanghai to Taipei flights departing from Shanghai Pudong Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
Chongqing Airport (CKG)
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
PVG is around 32 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Shanghai Pudong Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Shanghai to Taipei or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Shanghai Pudong Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from PVG reach their destination on time.
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA)
You can book a direct flight from Shanghai to Taipei out of Shanghai Hongqiao Airport (SHA). Nonstop services from SHA will take you to Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA).
When departing from SHA, you can choose from multiple airlines that fly straight to your destination. Book a direct Shanghai to Taipei plane ticket with one of these options:
Split up your Shanghai to Taipei flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao Airport and Taipei include:
Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (WUH)
Xiamen Airport (XMN)
You can reach SHA from central Shanghai in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes to cover the 13 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Shanghai to Taipei, kick back in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao Airport:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 85% of them landing on schedule.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
Arriving in Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Shanghai to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Travel at your own pace with a Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car rental and chase adventure across Taipei and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is approximately 5 kilometres from Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA). As soon as your flight from Shanghai to Taipei has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 25 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near TSA. Tuck yourself in after your Shanghai to Taipei flight at one of these well-located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Sung Shan Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and be on your way in a flash.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at TSA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Taipei
March is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Taipei, while August is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to visit Taipei based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Shanghai to Taipei ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Shanghai to Taipei in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
After booking your flight from Shanghai to Taipei, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
Taipei 101 Observatory and TAIPEI 101 are just two of the big attractions to put on your Taipei must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taichung is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Taipei. Around 129 kilometres to the southwest, popular attractions include Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei, Tainan is another favourite stop in Taiwan. Experience major highlights starting with Chimei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Old Fort.