Travelling from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Taipei: what you need to know
Gold Coast Airport is located in Gold Coast. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Taipei is two hours behind Gold Coast.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your OOL to Taipei flight.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing for flight tickets from OOL to Taipei, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
OOL is around 19 kilometres from central Gold Coast. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 40 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to OOL? If you're boarding an early flight from Gold Coast Airport to Taipei, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Gold Coast Airport, 74.82% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Taipei
$621 is currently the best price for a one-way Gold Coast Airport to Taipei flight. A return flight ticket starts from $1,174. 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)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Gold Coast Airport to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TPE:
Pick up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and discover Taipei and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are leading providers to choose from here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from OOL to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is located around 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Taipei has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near TSA. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your OOL to Taipei flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger 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 flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from OOL to Taipei in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Taipei
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Taipei right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Gold Coast Airport to Taipei:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are leading attractions which should be on any good Taipei itinerary.
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 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei, Tainan is another favourite stop in Taiwan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.