Flying from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Sendai Airport (SDJ): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Sendai Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Sendai's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Sendai one hour ahead of Taipei.
Choose from 26 weekly Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Sendai Airport flights. The 10:05 departure with EVA Air is the earliest you can take. Tigerair Taiwan operates the latest service of the day at 13:45.
To ensure you get on your TPE to SDJ flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Sendai Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Sendai adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of Japan:
Most passengers choose to fly with EVA Air on this route.
EVA Air ranks as the leading on-time carrier for TPE to SDJ flights, with 83.61% of services arriving on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
Currently, $232 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Sendai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $453. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from TPE to SDJ.
The cheapest month for flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Sendai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from TPE to SDJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Of all flights departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 74.72% land on time at their destination.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near TPE? If you're catching an early flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Sendai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Sendai Airport (SDJ)
If you have a late Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Sendai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near SDJ:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sendai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Times or Nissan Rent a Car and explore beyond Sendai's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sendai Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to central Sendai
SDJ is located at 28 Konuma, Shimomasuda, Natori.
Sendai Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Sendai. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sendai Airport (SDJ)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Sendai Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Sendai. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Sendai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Sendai, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from TPE to SDJ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of Japan
Sendai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Japan you'll want to see. About 338 kilometres south of Sendai, a visit to Yokohama will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 499 kilometres south-west of Sendai, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. No visit is complete without checking out Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.