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Cheapest return fare
$619
Typical prices: $743-$1,199
Multiple Airlines
Wed 29/4Sun 3/5
SYD - TPE • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$1,071
Typical prices: $1,080-$1,565
China Airlines
Mon 20/4Tue 28/4
SYD - TPE • Direct
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Scoot
Cheapest • from $641 (return)
China Airlines
Best reviews • 8.3 score
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 22% compared to booking last minute.
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October
Cheapest • 16% price drop
December
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Direct flights
6 days a week
There are direct flights from Sydney to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl 6 days a week: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun.
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Cheap Flights from Sydney to Taipei City (SYD-TPE)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Sydney to Taipei City that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Sydney to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Wed, 29 Apr - Sun, 3 May
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20:35 - 14:15
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TPE
19h 40m
1 stop
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11:10 - 09:20
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SYD
20h 10m
1 stop
$619Multiple Airlines
Mon, 16 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar
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09:20 - 10:50
SYD
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TPE
28h 30m
2 stops
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23:20 - 18:50
TPE
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SYD
16h 30m
1 stop
$636Multiple Airlines
Wed, 22 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
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13:00 - 11:45
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TPE
24h 45m
1 stop
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23:50 - 19:20
TPE
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SYD
17h 30m
1 stop
$641Scoot
Wed, 22 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr
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20:35 - 11:45
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TPE
17h 10m
1 stop
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23:50 - 11:45
TPE
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SYD
33h 55m
1 stop
$645Scoot
Mon, 6 Apr - Thu, 9 Apr
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20:35 - 14:15
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TPE
19h 40m
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23:50 - 19:20
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SYD
17h 30m
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$657Scoot
Fri, 27 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
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13:35 - 12:45
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TPE
26h 10m
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00:15 - 12:20
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SYD
33h 05m
1 stop
$660Scoot
Sat, 14 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
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07:15 - 14:25
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TPE
34h 10m
2 stops
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01:45 - 18:50
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SYD
14h 05m
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$661Multiple Airlines
Sun, 1 Mar - Thu, 5 Mar
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20:05 - 05:30
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TPE
36h 25m
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01:45 - 18:50
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SYD
14h 05m
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$664Scoot
Sat, 14 Mar - Fri, 20 Mar
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07:15 - 14:25
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TPE
34h 10m
2 stops
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01:45 - 18:50
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SYD
14h 05m
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$665Multiple Airlines
Wed, 4 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
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11:25 - 14:15
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TPE
29h 50m
1 stop
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11:50 - 20:20
TPE
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SYD
29h 30m
2 stops
$670China Southern
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sydney to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sydney to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport departing in April.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sydney to Taipei City?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Taipei City on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Sydney to Taipei City. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport is October, where tickets cost $824 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,342 and $1,125 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 22% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$279
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (36% more expensive on average)
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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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FAQs for booking Sydney to Taipei City flights

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport was $279 for a one-way ticket and $619 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Taipei City?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Taipei City flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Taipei City?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Taipei City, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Sydney to Taipei City?

    You can catch a direct flight from Sydney to Taipei City on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sydney to Taipei City, China Airlines or Singapore Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Taipei City are China Airlines and Singapore Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,114 and an overall rating of 8.3, China Airlines is the most popular choice. Singapore Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,013 and an overall rating of 8.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney to Taipei City?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sydney to Taipei City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sydney to Taipei City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Taipei City from Sydney is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sydney to Taipei City?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Taipei City with an airline and back to Sydney with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sydney to Taipei City?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Taipei City from Sydney up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Sydney to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $626 or less one-way and $956 or less round-trip.
  • Sydney has one primary airport, Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), located 8 km from the city centre. The airport has three primary terminals that fly to many locations globally and in the country.
  • The domestic and international terminals are not in the same building, and so passengers with connecting flights should consider putting aside more time for any connections. You can transfer from Terminal 1 to Terminal 2 and 3 with Airport Link train, which costs around A$ 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.

Prefer to fly direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl.
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Sydney Kingsford Smith to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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China Airlines

Wednesday

China Airlines

China Airlines

Thursday

China Airlines

China Airlines

Friday

China Airlines

China Airlines

Sunday

China Airlines

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Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

China Airlines

China Airlines

Tuesday

China Airlines

China Airlines

Wednesday

China Airlines

China Airlines

Thursday

China Airlines

China Airlines

Saturday

China Airlines

China Airlines

Sunday

China Airlines

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sydney to Taipei City. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.3
China AirlinesOverall score based on 802 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.5Crew
8.0Entertainment
8.3Boarding
7.8Food
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Well, we upgraded and on a 14 hour flight not sure how we would tolerate it otherwise. The upgrades are ridiculously expensive and even with empty seats even in first class it was difficult to upgrade. Probably won’t fly China Air again due to this. The attendants tho were much better than the airlines in the states and there attentiveness and care for your comfort far exceeds other airlines in the states.

10.0 ExcellentEileen, Jan 2026
HAN - TPE
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Well, we upgraded and on a 14 hour flight not sure how we would tolerate it otherwise. The upgrades are ridiculously expensive and even with empty seats even in first class it was difficult to upgrade. Probably won’t fly China Air again due to this. The attendants tho were much better than the airlines in the states and there attentiveness and care for your comfort far exceeds other airlines in the states.

Flight attendants. Food, entertainment and most of all, be on time.

We are glad to have used China Airlines for our trip. Continue the good service! Thank you!

The flat bed full lying position is not comfortable at all, this could be improved, it is at an awkward position which i dont have the same issues with other airlines business class.

The flight was uneventful and the crew was kind and professional. Really appreciate the option to order a vegan meal for the flight!

Overall was a lovely experience. The crew were kind and courteous throughout the entire flight.

Better organization of boarding procedures. Terrible leadership guiding people to gates.

I did not like how the plane landed. It was not smooth.

Been flying with China Airline over years many times. Good experience with them, no issues.

China Airlines crews are very excellent doing their job. Very friendly and hardworking. I will always choose China Airlines over and over. Thank you all for making my flight comfortable. God bless to all the staff. :)

I was mid plane and they were already out of the main beef entree....ugh!

Flight delayed first from bad weather, then after boarding there was a problem with the plane. We had to get off and onto another plane...connections were missed and the trip took an additional 10 hours!! Pre-paid seatting was not honored due ro last minute carrier changes. Most of the trip was on Japan Airline.

Great service from crews and delicious dishes, snacks and drinks. Egg tarts and local dimsum are delicious.

My flight was suppose to be at 7:45pm to fly but it didnt fly out until 8:55 to dallas so then all of my other flights was late and delay ihad to wait at the airport for extra 14 hours to be able to get on a different plane

Super delayed. Unnecessary. Need more competent people doing logistics to keep things moving on time. Totally unacceptable.

Well- trained, cheerful onboard staff. Business class seating and storage were excellent. Outstanding range of food choices, though quality ranged from just OK (seasonal rice and beef dish) to outstanding ( congee and soup noodles with beef brisket). But what can you expect; it's on a plane. I couldn't figure out the remote control, but touch screen worked well. My wife and I (in our 60s), didnt find much to watch from the Entertainment choices. We mostly watched the flight maps. The bedding did the job but is unwieldy and ends up in a clump, with one-third falling on the floor.

Crew on this flight dedicate their business class service to their high priority members. They would get priority service even the seats are behind me, and meals priority service and orders. I get the left over choices. I refused to eat because I felt discriminated, never booking this airline.

First time tying out business class with this airline, hat a disappointment, never returning. We didn’t get the meal as requested from Singapore to HKG flight. While meals served connecting flight, crew takes meal order based off passenger membership status by giving the. Priority selection of meals. It was a battle, plain disappointment, not worth the hype, price, class as categorized/ advertised

Leg room wasn't that great. Other than that it was a good flight

The lead business class attendant was excellent. Made a point of greeting you and knowing your name by the time you leave.

Hard to move and get out of my seat when the passenger in front is in recline position.

It was a good flight and no complaints. It just wasn't anything that was better than any other flight.

The crew were wonderful - if only the customers were as well behaved as the attendants!! Ha ha! If you could just talk to God and ask for less turbulence next time.... Juuuuust kidding....

Flight was canceled. I was not alerted. It was only kayak that alerted me

Flight was 2.5 hours late leaving. We spent 50 minutes of that sitting on the plane with no explanation. They did reduce the time in the air so we arrived a little less late which was something. The cheese and crackers were okay but the wine was terrible.

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

Basic airline, aircraft and service. AA gets you from point A to B. My flight was delayed by 2 hours too.

No internet on flight, which makes log travels really hard.

Not great. The inflight entertainment was all on an app, and I did not want to watch a film on my phone. Also, the range of options of films was limited.

by the time they got to our row, they were out of some of the food options. games and movies were great but maybe more game options like tetris or pac man would be great

Apart from the staff at the airport who were amazing the rest of the experience with scoot was disgusting a very basic flight packed and uncomfortable no consideration to a disabled traveller. And even worse from Singapore to Vienna. All about the money. Not even a complementary coffee or juice. From the airline. The staff at the airport didn't look at me as been disabled and no help not even a wheelchair was offered. The food on the plane was cheap and tasteless and expensive no entertainment on plane and WiFi which had to be paid for was intermittent at best.

Uncoordinated boarding, seat comfort is terrible, even toilet is so small that overweight people wouldn't fit in. Baggage scam with additional fees. Stay away from this airline.

Forthright communication to the customers regarding services offered and any fees involved.

Scoot is a no frills budget airline. Do not expect a legacy airline experience.

I have taken more than 50 flights in the past year and this is the worst onboard experience that I've come across. There's always a risk with budget airlines and their creative views of customer service. Having bought a standard seat, we boarded at the assigned seat - we naturally couldn't choose ourselves as that would be extra cost. After take-off, the person in the row in front leans back their seat. As a frequent flyer, I believe this is their right, so I try to lean my seat back as well to have the same space available. However, my standard seat could not lean back, as the row behind was an exit row. As I had paid for a standard seat, not a less space than standard, I moved to the completely free row behind me. This was not allowed, as due to extra legroom, this would cost extra. Subsequently spent the next 30 mins discussing this scenario with the crew. I have no issues with budget airlines and additional charges, but if I pay for a standard seat, I want a standard seat, not one with less space. As you do not offer me a discount for the less space, do not try and charge me a premium, when I find a free seat with more space. It works both ways Scoot.

Finishes were quite worn, including our very scratched up seatback. No entertainment available, and the WiFi (even for “ScootHub”) was very slow. Crew were somewhat friendly.

Food & lower the prices. Look at Air Asia food look better & affordable

Not a frequent user of their website booking. Booked my check-in baggage and only realized that I did not book my check in baggage for return flight. The receipt was not clear in identifying that as well. Was charged exorbitantly at check in counter. Bad taste for sure when it is a business trip and not leisure trip. Baggage was delayed for more than an hour at belt back in SG.

Boarding took forever. It's also weird that we paid more (for preferred seats) to get on the plane last. Inflight WiFi never worked the entire trip. I want my money back.

The cosmetic condition was pretty run down. The carpets were badly worn out. Even the paint on the wings was chipped and peeled! Looks like they are running these 787s to the ground..

All good except with the new restrictions on using auxiliary power banks during the flight, business class really should have power access.

Ground crew Tried to charge us 1200 RMB -about $160 for Carry on when checking in Wuhan, they say the suitcase is too large, but it’s the standard samsonite carry out suitcase purchased at Costco and we had no issue when we travelled to China just a month ago, same airline. They Wuhan ground crew even threatened that when we layover in Xiamen, they will charge even more. Very unprofessional and caused a lot of stress. The airline really needs to investigate it.

Never got to go because of i correct information while attempting to check in

They gave incorrect visa information causing me to purchase another flight. Only to find out later there was something that could be done to work around it.

I recently flew with Xiamen Airlines and was thoroughly disappointed with the experience. To start, the seats were incredibly uncomfortable. They were cramped with minimal legroom, making it nearly impossible to find a comfortable position during the flight. This was exacerbated by the poor seat padding, which left me with a sore back and neck by the end of the journey. The food provided was another major letdown. The meals were bland and unappetizing, and it was clear that little effort was put into the quality or presentation. Even the snacks were subpar, and there were limited options for those with dietary restrictions. The airport transfer experience was terrible. The airline’s ground staff were unhelpful and disorganized, leading to long waits and confusion. This was especially frustrating when I was already tired from the uncomfortable flight. The process was poorly managed, making the entire experience stressful and inconvenient. Lastly, the in-flight entertainment was mediocre at best. The selection of movies and TV shows was outdated, and the screens were small and low-quality. The system also experienced frequent glitches, making it difficult to enjoy even the limited options available. Overall, my experience with Xiamen Airlines was far from satisfactory. From the uncomfortable seats and bad food to the terrible airport transfer experience and mediocre entertainment, I would not recommend flying with them.

The Jakarta flight was better.. We got off the plane fast. LAX to Xiamen was a slow exit. It took half and hour to disembark.

I was not allowed to board the plane if I did not buy a forward ticket after Indonesia. They said the Indonesian government would fine the airline. This was bullshit. In Jakarta immigration did not ask for this at all. I'm trying to refund the ticket. I was put in a middle seat and I asked to be put in an side seat. They wanted $45. I said NO. Later I was put in an side sest for free. On the second plane they put me in a middle seat and when I complained. They put me in the back with three empty seats. I was able to sleep. The food was okay and I got extra portions when asked. The lack of WIFI at Xiamen airport was a pain, but that's because of the Chinese government banning foreign browsers. Xiamen gets 3 out of 5. The cost was $503: LAX to Jakarta. A bargain, but you get what you pay for.

Free meals on all flights in economy. The 737´s don’t have screens so it’s a bummer. But the selection on 787´s is wide

The plane was small and a little stuffy inside the plane.

Going to Xiamen they did not offer any wine and basically offered two food choices in tin trays. Something you would expect on a domestic flight in China not a $10k business class flight. The flight attendant admitted they also stopped paying for satellite Wi-Fi; which they used to offer and now don't - without apology. Normally I am a huge fan of a non-stop but the difference between Japanese or US carriers is a large one and well worth a stop in Korea or Japan rather than pay double for no amenities at all. The plane is nice, but the experience was below par.

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