Melbourne to Taoyuan (MEL–TPE) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MEL–TPE is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 4,599 miles in approximately 9h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 31 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CI China Airlines | 5 | 359 | 9h10 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MEL: AEDT · TPE: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Melbourne, it's 3:00 PM in Taoyuan.
No train connection exists; the Melbourne Airport Rail Link was under development as of 2026 but not yet open. The SkyBus operates 24/7 between Southern Cross Station (Spencer St) and MEL in 30–40 minutes (AUD $22–24 one-way). Stops at select CBD hotels on some services.Ride-shares (Uber) from the CBD cost AUD $35–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Taxis run AUD $55–75 (higher at nights and weekends). Parking from AUD $20/day in economy lots. The Tullamarine Freeway is the only practical road route; check traffic before departing.
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.
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.
MEL–TPE Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEL to TPE
Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) are connected by nonstop service from China Airlines. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MEL to TPE Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEL to TPE ranges from 9 hours 10 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,599 miles (7,400 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
31 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 11 hours via CRK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.