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Cheapest return flight
$659
Typical prices: $953-$1,579
China Southern
Sun 18/2Sun 1/4
SYD - TPE • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$1,004
Typical prices: $1,172-$1,892
China Airlines
Sun 11/3Wed 14/3
SYD - TPE • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with China Airlines. Average duration is 9h 10m
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Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg $755 (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Taipei City (SYD-TPE)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Thu, 18 Feb - Thu, 1 Apr
China Southern Logo
15:10 - 14:15SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
26h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
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14:50 - 09:25TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 35m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$659China Southern
Fri, 26 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
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15:10 - 17:55SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
29h 45m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Shanghai Pu Dong
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15:30 - 20:25TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
25h 55m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun
$661China Southern
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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12:35 - 10:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
24h 35m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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11:10 - 10:35TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 25m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$663XiamenAir
Fri, 5 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
22:10 - 16:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
21h 15m1 stop Shenzhen
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17:35 - 13:40TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 05m1 stop Shenzhen
$671Shenzhen Airlines
Fri, 5 Mar - Sun, 14 Mar
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22:10 - 16:25SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
21h 15m1 stop Shenzhen
Shenzhen Airlines Logo
17:35 - 13:40TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
17h 05m1 stop Shenzhen
$672Shenzhen Airlines
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
XiamenAir Logo
12:35 - 10:10SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
24h 35m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
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11:10 - 10:35TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
20h 25m1 stop Xiamen Gaoqi Intl
$675XiamenAir
Fri, 26 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
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13:25 - 11:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
24h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:20 - 12:10TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
33h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
$685Scoot
Thu, 18 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
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13:25 - 17:00SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
30h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
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00:10 - 18:50TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
15h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
$706Scoot
Thu, 11 Mar - Sun, 14 Mar
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11:05 - 21:20SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
13h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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19:40 - 13:00TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$858Cathay Pacific
Tue, 16 Feb - Fri, 12 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
22:20 - 11:45SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
16h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
15:45 - 09:35TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
14h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$885Cathay Pacific
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

Return flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport typically range from $953 to $1,579. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $659 on China Southern.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport at $933 return.
•December ($1,827) and August ($1,237) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 95% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$411
Beat the crowds with an average 44% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 73% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport

When to book flights from Sydney to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sydney to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 22:10 and lands at 07:20
    • Latest: departs at 22:10 and lands at 07:20.

    The flight takes about 9h 10m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport takes 9h 10m, covering 11,715 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport range from $953 to $1,579, with an average of $1,215 over the past 12 months. Anything below $953 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $1,215 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average $755 return via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), compared with $1,349 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    China Airlines is the only airline operating Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights. 95% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by China Airlines and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $475, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport (TPE)?

    Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport (TPE) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $83 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Avis
    • Good Car Rental
    • Cyuan Guo Car Rental
    • CARBOOKING

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    Flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport usually depart from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) and arrive at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 22m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 38% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $1,118 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,296, a difference of $178.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    Only China Airlines operates flights between Sydney and Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 22m, compared to 14h 06m via Brisbane (BNE) and 14h 55m via Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL).

  • What is the time difference between Sydney and Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport is 3 hours behind Sydney (Taipei Time vs Eastern Australia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport are Raohe Street Night Market, Taipei 101, and Shilin Night Market. These are among the most viewed places in Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights:

    • China Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • China Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Are there direct flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Taipei Taoyuan International (TPE)?

    Yes, you can fly direct to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan International (TPE) from Sydney Airport (SYD); there are daily direct flights with China Airlines. There are also flights with connections from other airlines, including Qantas, EVA Air, Cathay Pacific, and Virgin Australia.

  • Are there any nearby hotels at Sydney Airport (SYD) and Taiwan Taoyuan International (TPE)?

    Both airports have a range of accommodation options. Sydney Airport (SYD) has Rydges, Holiday Inn, Stamford Plaza, Travelodge, and Citadines; and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) has an array of hotels, including Novotel, Orient Luxury Hotel, Fullon Hotel, and Backpackers’ Hostel Taoyuan Airport.

  • Which terminals are best to fly into at Taiwan Taoyuan International (TPE) for connecting flights?

    Taiwan Taoyuan International (TPE) currently has two terminals and they are connected by two short people-movers. Each of the two terminals have 2 zones, Zone A and B in Terminal 1 and Zone D and E in Terminal 2, and there are signs to guide you from one to the other. Passengers are advised to allow extra time to transfer between the two terminals and zones.

  • Are there any special attractions at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?

    Sydney Airport has a large mix of restaurants and shops for all tastes, including Mimco, an accessory shop for that necklace you need to go with the dress you just bought; Bambini Wine Room for a pre-flight tipple of champagne; and the Observation for those keen to get a glimpse of a bird’s eye view of their surroundings. The trusted Lonely Planet holds its place ready to facilitate your travel adventures, and there is a chemist with a range of pre-flight items to make sure you are fully ready for your voyage.

  • How to get to and from Taiwan Taoyuan International (TPE)?

    Transport to and from Taiwan Taoyuan International (TPE) is fast and efficient. The fastest way from the airport to Taipei city centre (around 40 km) is the Airport MRT, which will take you to the centre in just 35min, after which you can travel anywhere using the MRT system, Taipei’s fast train system. The MRT also has Wi-Fi and phone chargers on board. The only downside is that it does not run 24h, so if your flight arrives before 6:00 or after 23:35, you will have to find another option. Other options include the shuttle bus (some of the buses run until 1:00) and taxis, which will take around 50min to the city centre and cost around NT$ 1.217 (A$ 58); you are advised to have your address at hand to make the journey more efficient and help the driver get you to your destination.

Your guide to booking Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $1,118, about $178 less than Thursday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $933 return in that month – typically $894 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages $755 return on this route – about $594 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Sydney has one primary airport, Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), located 8 km from the city centre. The airport has three primary terminals that fly to many locations globally and in the country.
  • The domestic and international terminals are not in the same building, and so passengers with connecting flights should consider putting aside more time for any connections. You can transfer from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 and 3 with Airport Link train, which costs around A$ 7 and takes 2min.
  • The International Terminal 1 is the biggest, with around twenty five gates and as many as ten airport lounges for airlines including SkyTeam, Air New Zealand, Emirates, and Qantas.
  • Terminal 2 of Sydney Airport (SYD) serves five airlines including Tigerair Australia, Virgin Australia, and Regional Express Airlines. Qantas Airways is in Terminal 3 and there is an airport lounge for Qantas Club affiliates. There are also two other lounges for Chairman and Business Class travellers.
  • Taipei Taoyuan Airport (TPE) is one of two main airports that serve Taipei city and northern Taiwan, the other airport is Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). The airport is around 40 km (25 mi) west of Taipei and is Taiwan’s largest and busiest airport.
  • The airport has two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, which are connected by two short people-movers. There is a third terminal under construction and a fourth planned. The Taoyuan Airport MRT connects the terminals together underground, as well as provides transport directly to Taipei City.

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Sydney Kingsford Smith to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Sunday

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