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Flights from Sydney to Taipei

Nonstop flights from Sydney (SYD) to Taipei (TPE) take about 9h 36m (7,285 km). China Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $659 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Taipei

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Aerial view of Taipei 101 amidst the urban landscape and foggy skyline in Taipei, Taiwan. — arriving in Taipei

Airport transfer

TPE → Taipei, booked before you fly

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Things to book in Taipei

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Taipei 101 4.7 · 24 Tiqets reviews

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National Palace Museum 4.7 · 3 Tiqets reviews

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Pinglin Tea Museum 4.7 · 3 Tiqets reviews

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Day Trips from Taipei 5.0 · 2 Tiqets reviews

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Airlines flying Sydney to Taipei

Carriers on SYD–TPE according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ China Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Best time to fly to Taipei

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Taiwan is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Sydney to Taipei flights

How long is the flight from Sydney to Taipei?

A nonstop flight from Sydney (SYD) to Taipei (TPE) takes about 9h 36m, covering 7,285 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Sydney from Taipei by air?

The great-circle distance between Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is 7,285 km (4,527 miles), a ultra long-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Sydney to Taipei?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SYD–TPE route include China Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Sydney to Taipei cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SYD–TPE was $659 USD with China Airlines (nonstop), departing 6 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Sydney to Taipei?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $293 with one stop against $659 nonstop, a saving of $366. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Australia to Taiwan?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Taiwan visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Taipei?

Taiwan is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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