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Taipei.$500 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Jul, returning Sat, 23 Aug.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 25 Jul, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $500, select.
Taipei.$500 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $500, select.
Taipei.$501 per passenger.Departing Sun, 25 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $501, select.
Taipei.$501 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Tue, 27 May.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $501, select.
Taipei.$503 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $503, select.
Taipei.$505 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $505, select.
Taipei.$506 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Tue, 26 Aug.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $506, select.
Taipei.$507 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $507, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Taipei

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Taipei flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $501
Jun
from $541
Jul
from $539
Aug
from $506
Sep
from $510
Oct
from $505
Nov
from $507
Dec
from $850
Jan
from $625
Feb
from $759
Mar
from $594
Apr
from $769

Direct flights from Melbourne to Taipei

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Melbourne to Taipei: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$500
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time9 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week40

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Taipei: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Taipei: Taipei Sung Shan and Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan.
The best price we found for a return flight from Melbourne to Taipei is $500. 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.
9 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Melbourne to Taipei.
Qantas and China Airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Taipei.
As of May 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Melbourne to Taipei.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Taipei is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Melbourne, the cheapest airport near Taipei is Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan – which is 27.2 km away from the centre of Taipei. We've found flights into this airport from $500.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Taipei on Friday, 25 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 16 minutes.
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 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.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. July is typically the warmest month in Taipei, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 14°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Taipei is Scoot. And the cheapest airline that flies to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport is China Airlines.

Travelling from Melbourne to Taipei: what you need to know

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Taipei departing from here.

  • When working out where to land in Taipei, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the chief entry points.

  • Around 9 hours 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Melbourne to Taipei flight.

  • Taipei is three hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are four weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Melbourne to Taipei is with China Airlines at 23:20. Choose the first MEL to TPE departure with China Airlines at 00:25 to maximise your time in Taipei.

  • Leave enough time to get on your Melbourne to Taipei flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Taipei

  • $273 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Taipei. A return flight starts from $500. These prices may change depending on demand.

  • To score cheap Melbourne to Taipei flights, reserve your journey two months before your departure.

  • The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Melbourne to Taipei is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Melbourne to Taipei by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Lock in a cheap Melbourne to Taipei flight with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • If you're searching for a direct flight from Melbourne to Taipei, you can leave from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Travel from MEL to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) without making any stops.

  • China Airlines is a popular carrier that offers direct Melbourne to Taipei plane tickets from MEL.

  • Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Melbourne to Taipei flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:

    • Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • Located around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Taipei? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:

  • 67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport make it to their destination on time.

Arriving in Taipei

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to TPE if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Taipei. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Grab a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and discover Taipei and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are top providers to choose from here.

  • Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.

Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)

  • The centre of Taipei is approximately 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). After your flight from Melbourne to Taipei has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 20 minutes.

  • If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Melbourne to Taipei:

  • 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make picking up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on the road before long.

  • Get the lowest price by booking your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Taipei

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Melbourne to Taipei. August is the busiest month for a trip to Taipei. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in a Melbourne to Taipei ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Taipei

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Taipei right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Taipei:

  • Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Taipei itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ximending Night Market.

Explore more of Taiwan

  • You've done Taipei, now it's time to discover other parts of Taiwan. Journey about 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its must-visit sights. From Taichung Park to Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Tainan is another must-experience destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No journey is complete without a visit to Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.

Plan the rest of your trip from Melbourne to Taipei

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