Flying from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Taipei: what you need to know
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is two hours behind Gold Coast, where Gold Coast Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your OOL to Taipei flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from OOL to Taipei with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Traveling from central Gold Coast to OOL takes about 1 hour 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel near OOL? If you've booked an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Taipei, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Taipei
$304 is currently the best price for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Taipei flight. A return flight ticket starts from $590. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from OOL to Taipei. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Gold Coast Airport to Taipei ticket.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 48 kilometers. It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the center driving.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Gold Coast Airport to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TPE:
Grab a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and explore Taipei and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car rental are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from OOL to Taipei can help you secure the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Once your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Taipei has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city center in about 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kilometers from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you're traveling on public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
After stepping off your OOL to Taipei flight, kick back at a hotel near TSA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Snap up the best price 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
Travel to Taipei in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Gold Coast Airport to Taipei during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book a Gold Coast Airport to Taipei plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from OOL to Taipei in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
After booking your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Taipei, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Taipei travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Taipei. Around 129 kilometers away to the south-west, top sights here include Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
Around 257 kilometers south-west of Taipei, Tainan is another favorite stop in Taiwan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.