Flying from Colombo to Taipei: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Taipei taking off from here.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Taipei, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the primary gateways.
Leave enough time to catch your Colombo to Taipei flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Taipei
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Colombo to Taipei flights if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Colombo to Taipei is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a sweet deal.
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Flying from Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Colombo to Taipei flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Bandaranaike International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
CMB is about 27 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Colombo to Taipei, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Colombo to Taipei. Stay at one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Follow your own route with a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and chase adventure across Taipei and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is approximately 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). After your flight from Colombo to Taipei has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near TSA. Kick back after your Colombo to Taipei flight at one of these well-located options:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make collecting a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car easy and quick. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
April is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Taipei, while August is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to visit Taipei based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Colombo to Taipei tickets, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from Colombo to Taipei around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Colombo to Taipei, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are top attractions which should be on every Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Taipei. Around 129 kilometres to the south-west, top sights here include Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Taiwan, consider Tainan, about 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are key highlights.
