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Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan

Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Taipei below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.

Shanghai to Taipei: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 188
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineChina Airlines
Average flights per week171

Finding cheap flights from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan is ر.ق.‏ 482. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours is the average flight time from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.
China Airlines, EVA Air and Juneyao Airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.
As of August 2025, there are 173 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.
The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport on Friday, 5 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Taipei is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan is Spring Airlines .

Travelling from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE): What you need to know

  • Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the two main airports in Shanghai.

  • Expect to be travelling for 2 hours. On average, that's the duration of a direct Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight.

  • Taipei (where Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located) and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.

  • With 68 direct flights a week between the two airports, Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the busiest route. Air China operates the earliest flight at 7:45am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from PVG to TPE is with China Airlines at 8:50pm.

  • Leave enough time to catch your flight from Shanghai to TPE. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Heading away during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

  • Split up your flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and TPE are:

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

    • Macau International Airport (MFM)

  • Driving from central Shanghai to SHA usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kilometres.

  • Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your Shanghai to TPE flight:

  • Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 85.58% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.

  • The street address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.

About Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

Getting from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei

  • The centre of Taipei is roughly 32 kilometres from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • ر.ق.‏ 188 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Return flights start at ر.ق.‏ 482. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Shanghai to TPE, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • Cheap Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • Finding a cheap flight ticket from Shanghai to TPE couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • April is the quietest month for flights from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Taipei based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in a Shanghai to TPE flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC.

More about Taipei

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Taipei right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Taipei 101 Observatory, Taipei 101 and Taipei Palace Museum are major attractions which should be on every Taipei itinerary.

Explore more of Taiwan

  • You've seen Taipei, now it's time to discover other corners of Taiwan. Journey about 121 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its top attractions. From Yizhong Street Night Market to Chenghuangmiao and Paochueh Temple, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Tainan is another standout destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No journey is complete without seeing Dadong Night Market, Anping Old Street and Shennong Street.

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