Flying from Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Taipei: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 20 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Taipei.
Taipei is one hour behind Busan, where Busan Gimhae International Airport is located. Taipei observes the UTC+8 timezone.
You can pick from 77 weekly services between Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). This is the most popular flight route.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PUS to Taipei flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You can book a direct Busan Gimhae International Airport to Taipei ticket. Start your trip at PUS and land at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Direct flights from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Taipei are offered by numerous airlines. Travel with one of these:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from PUS to Taipei. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Fukuoka Airport (FUK)
Jeju International Airport (CJU)
Located around 11 kilometers from central Busan, PUS can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. Traveling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to PUS? If you've booked an early flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Taipei, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of the departures from Busan Gimhae International Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Busan Gimhae International Airport (PUS) to Taipei
The best price we've found for a one-way Busan Gimhae International Airport to Taipei flight is $56. The cheapest price for a return flight is $146. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from PUS to Taipei, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Busan Gimhae International 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 40 kilometers. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Taipei. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make arrival day easier:
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from PUS to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is about 6 kilometers from central Taipei. Following your flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your PUS to Taipei flight:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from TSA four weeks in advance often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
December is the quietest month for flights from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Taipei, while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Taipei based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Busan Gimhae International Airport to Taipei plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PUS to Taipei around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Busan Gimhae International Airport to Taipei, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Taipei:
Taipei 101 and Taipei 101 Observatory are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Taipei must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometers southwest of Taipei, a trip to Taichung will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Taiwan, head for Tainan, about 257 kilometers southwest of Taipei. Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort are key reasons to visit.