Travelling from Milan to Taipei: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Milan to Taipei, there's a selection of airports you can jet off from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are some of Milan's main terminals.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's chief entry points.
The average length of a direct Milan to Taipei flight is 12 hours 30 minutes.
Taipei is seven hours ahead of Milan and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are four departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Milan to Taipei is with EVA Air at 11:15. Choose the first MXP to TPE departure operated by EVA Air at 11:00 to make the most of your arrival in Taipei.
Leave enough time to make your Milan to Taipei flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan to Taipei
To pick up cheap Milan to Taipei flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Milan to Taipei.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Milan to Taipei by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' Milan to Taipei flights.
Flying from Milan
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
You can catch a direct flight from Milan to Taipei taking off from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP). Begin your journey at MXP and arrive at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Keep an eye out for promotions with EVA Air. This airline offers direct Milan to Taipei plane tickets from MXP.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for Milan to Taipei flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The journey from central Milan to MXP takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a convenient hotel near Milano Malpensa Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Milan to Taipei, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Milano Malpensa Airport, 68.23% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Get more out of your holiday with a stopover on your Milan to Taipei flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Orio al Serio International Airport and Taipei:
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Milan to BGY in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Orio al Serio International Airport the day before your flight from Milan to Taipei:
67.49% of flights leaving Orio al Serio International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Lock in a ticket from Milan to Taipei departing from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) with one or more stops. Popular stopovers between LIN and Taipei include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
LIN is roughly 8 kilometres from central Milan. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Milan to Taipei flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Milano Linate Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of LIN is 79.56%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights from this airport arrive as planned.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is approximately 32 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Milan to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TPE:
Travel at your own pace with a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and experience more of Taipei and beyond.
Booking your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
As soon as your flight from Milan to Taipei has landed, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
After your flight from Milan to Taipei, unwind at a hotel close to TSA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and get going in the blink of an eye.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Milan to Taipei. August is the most popular month for a trip to Taipei. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your Milan to Taipei tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Milan to Taipei in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Taipei right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Milan to Taipei:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are must-do's during your Taipei adventure.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Taipei. Around 129 kilometres to the south-west, its top attractions 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 corner of Taiwan, consider Tainan, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are among its highlights.
