New Delhi to Taoyuan (DEL–TPE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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CI5640
CI China
744
10:58 AM
IST
6:54 PM
CST
5h 26m
M T W T F S S
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CI5637
CI China
744
1:40 AM
CST
6:10 AM
IST
7h
M T W T F S S
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New Delhi to Taoyuan
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 2,717 mi 5h 26m nonstop +2.5h ahead 36 1-stop hubs

DEL–TPE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,717 miles in approximately 5h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 36 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DEL–TPE service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
CI China Airlines 3 744 5h26 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
744 Boeing 747-400 – CI
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: CI (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, DEL to TPE direction.
Mon
0
flights
Tue
1
flight
Wed
0
flights
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DEL to TPE.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
36
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~50h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
2,007
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2.5h
Taoyuan is 2.5 hours ahead of New Delhi.
DEL: IST · TPE: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in New Delhi, it's 8.5:00 PM in Taoyuan.
Distance & Flight Time
2,717 mi / 4,373 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 26m.
Visa & Entry

Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Taiwan. Apply at the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center (TECC) in India. Standard processing takes 5 to 7 working days. The tourist visa allows stays of up to 60 days. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Indian nationals with a valid visa or residence permit from the US, Canada, UK, a Schengen country, Japan, Australia, or New Zealand may be eligible for a free online travel authorization through Taiwan's MOFA portal. Check eligibility before applying for a full visa.

Getting to DEL

Delhi Metro Airport Express runs from New Delhi Railway Station to T3 in 18–20 minutes (₹60 one-way). From Shivaji Stadium (central Delhi) it takes 24 minutes. The line has four stations: New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, and IGI Airport (T3). T1 (domestic) is not directly served; take the metro to T3 and the free airport bus shuttle to T1.Prepaid taxis from the terminal use a metered system with fixed rates; central Delhi costs ₹400–600. Ola and Uber operate widely and are often cheaper. Auto-rickshaws are not permitted on the expressway.

Getting from TPE

The Airport MRT express to Taipei Main Station departs every 15 minutes and takes 35 minutes (TWD $160). Taoyuan HSR station is also served, connecting onward to other Taiwanese cities. Licensed taxis queue at designated stands outside arrivals; metered fares to Taipei city centre run TWD $1,200–1,600. Uber operates with advance booking.

All major international rental car brands have desks in both terminals. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected by a free shuttle bus; allow 15 minutes for inter-terminal transfers.

Taoyuan Climate

Subtropical climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid at 30–35°C. This is also typhoon season, with storms capable of closing the airport entirely. Winters (December–February) are mild and rainy at 14–18°C. Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions.

Typhoon risk peaks July through September. Storms can arrive within 24–48 hours and operations halt rapidly. Fog and low ceilings are common in winter and spring mornings.

DEL–TPE Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New Delhi to Taoyuan route.
Route details
Distance2,717 mi / 4,373 km
Flight time5h 26m
Time difference+2.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections36 hubs
Origin: DEL
IATA / ICAODEL / VIDP
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Passengers/yr77.8M
Elevation777 ft / 237 m
Destination: TPE
IATA / ICAOTPE / RCTP
TimezoneAsia/Taipei
Passengers/yr44.9M
Elevation106 ft / 32 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DEL to TPE flights.
Nonstop flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport take approximately 5h 26m. The route covers 2,717 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: China Airlines.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from DEL to TPE. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MFM, RGN, CAN, DMK, NRT, HKG, ICN, HAN, DPS, AUH, BKK, PVG, SGN, BOM, KUL, SIN, FCO, HKT, MNL, SYD, DXB, MUC, IST, FRA, MEL, VIE, MCT, CDG, LHR, HND, AMS, MXP, YVR, SFO, JFK and YYZ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Taoyuan is 2.5 hours ahead of New Delhi.
Yes, return flights from TPE to DEL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DEL to TPE

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) are connected by nonstop service from China Airlines. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

DEL to TPE Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DEL to TPE ranges from 5 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,717 miles (4,373 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via MFM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.