Travelling from Taipei to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK): What you need to know
Taipei is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Taipei to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Haikou Meilan International Airport is located in Haikou. The city's timezone is UTC+8 — the same as Taipei.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Taipei to HAK.
Peak season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Taipei to Haikou Meilan International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights departing from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 74.72% land on time at their destination.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
You can get to TSA from central Taipei in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 6 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Taipei to HAK flight, stay in one of these hotels near Taipei Songshan Airport:
Flights from Taipei Songshan Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 91.15% of them arriving right on cue.
About Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to Haikou Meilan International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near HAK:
HAK is located at Qiongwen Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
$186 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Haikou Meilan International Airport. Return flights start at $347. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Taipei to HAK. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Taipei to Haikou Meilan International Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
June is when most people book flights from Taipei to Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK). Visit Haikou in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Book a Taipei to HAK flight ticket departing in June if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Haikou to range from 26ºC to 33ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 14ºC and 22ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Taipei to Haikou Meilan International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Haikou
Start your Haikou trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Taipei to Haikou Meilan International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your Haikou trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Big-name attractions that should be on your list include 骑楼历史文化街区, Leiqiong UNESCO Global Geopark and 晒盐盆和古盐田.
Explore more of China
You've visited Haikou, now it's time to discover more of China. Travel around 145 kilometres north to Zhanjiang to tick off its leading attractions. From Seaside Volcanic Hot Spring to Zhanjiang Shaolin Wushu School and 渔港公园-沙滩池, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another major stop in China, consider Yangjiang, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Haikou. 北山公园, Fawangshan Park and Hanbao Orchid Grand View Garden are among its highlights.