Travelling from Milan to Taipei: what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Milan to Taipei, there's a good range of airports you can start your trip from. Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP), Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) and Milano Linate Airport (LIN) are some of Milan's main terminals.
When choosing where to land in Taipei, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the major entry points.
Around 12 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Milan to Taipei flight.
Taipei is seven hours ahead of Milan and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
With four weekly flights between the two airports, Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Milan to Taipei with EVA Air at 11:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from MXP to TPE is with EVA Air at 11:15.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Milan to Taipei flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
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)
Set off from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) on a nonstop flight from Milan to Taipei. From MXP, you can land directly at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Lock in your Milan to Taipei plane tickets with EVA Air. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from MXP.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Milan to Taipei flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Milano Malpensa Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Milan, MXP can be reached in about 45 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Milan to Taipei? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Milano Malpensa Airport:
When it comes to Milano Malpensa Airport's on-time performance, 68.23% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
Break up your Milan to Taipei flight with a stop so you can freshen up or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Orio al Serio International Airport and Taipei are:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
On 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.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Milan to Taipei, kick back in one of these hotels near Orio al Serio International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Orio al Serio International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Searching for a ticket from Milan to Taipei with a stop or two can give you more choice of departure times and access to lower fares. When jetting off from Milano Linate Airport (LIN), here's where you can make a pit stop at on your way to Taipei:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The journey time to LIN from the centre of Milan is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 30 minutes to cover the 8 kilometres or so.
Relax in bed for a little longer 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 setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive when they should. At LIN, that figure is 79.56%.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near TPE if you have a late flight from Milan to Taipei. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and discover Taipei and beyond with your own set of wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
After your flight from Milan to Taipei has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is approximately 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
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 put your feet up after your flight from Milan to Taipei:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at TSA will save you money.
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
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Milan to Taipei, explore our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are must-visits when exploring Taipei.
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.
