Travelling from Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei and Puerto Princesa (where Puerto Princesa International Airport is located) are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your PPS to Taipei flight.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your trip. When searching for a flight ticket from PPS to Taipei, deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) is a popular stop on this route.
PPS is around 2 kilometres from central Puerto Princesa. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near PPS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Puerto Princesa International Airport to Taipei or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to Puerto Princesa International Airport's on-time performance, 72.25% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) to Taipei
ج.م. 3,573 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Puerto Princesa International Airport to Taipei flight. Return flight tickets start at ج.م. 7,643. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from PPS to Taipei, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Puerto Princesa International Airport to Taipei across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Puerto Princesa International Airport to Taipei.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Puerto Princesa International Airport to Taipei. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Grab a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and explore Taipei and beyond with your own set of wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks before your flight from PPS to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
After your flight from Puerto Princesa International Airport to Taipei has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your PPS to Taipei flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or cab lines. Grab a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Snap up a deal by booking your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Before locking in your flights from Puerto Princesa International Airport to Taipei, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Taipei offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Puerto Princesa International Airport to Taipei flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PPS to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Puerto Princesa International Airport to Taipei, explore our range of hotels including:
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Taipei travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've seen Taipei, now it's time to discover other corners of Taiwan. Journey around 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its popular sights. From Taichung Park to Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Tainan is another well-known destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No trip is complete without a visit to Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.
