Vienna to Taipei is one of the few European city pairs that still enjoys a genuine nonstop long-haul link to Taiwan. China Airlines and EVA Air both fly the route without a change of plane, while Gulf and Turkish carriers add a one-stop layer that often undercuts them on price. It is a serious haul either way — expect the best part of a day in transit — but the direct option is real and worth knowing about before you start comparing fares.
Route: Vienna (VIE) → Taipei (TPE)
Distance: ~8,960 km (5,570 miles) great-circle
Non-stop flight time: ~12–13.5 hours; southern routing avoids Russian and mainland Chinese airspace)
Direct flights: Yes — China Airlines and EVA Air operate nonstop VIE–TPE. Austrian Airlines does not fly it nonstop; its listings are codeshares.
Fares from Vienna to Taipei (EUR)
Prices swing hard with the Taiwanese and East-Asian calendar. Lunar New Year (late January or February) and the European summer are the two clear peaks; the shoulder months of spring and autumn are where the value sits. The figures below are indicative economy returns in euros — treat them as a planning guide and always check the live fare before booking.
| Month | Demand |
|---|---|
| January | High (pre-Lunar New Year) |
| February | Peak (Lunar New Year) |
| March | Moderate |
| April | Moderate |
| May | Lower |
| June | Moderate |
| July | High (summer peak) |
| August | High (summer peak) |
| September | Moderate |
| October | Lower |
| November | Low (cheapest window) |
| December | High (holidays) |
For reference, the cheapest we have tracked on this route sits around €395 return, with a solid, non-sale good price landing near €560 in economy. Anything under about €500 with a bag included is worth grabbing.
Airlines on this route
Non-stop
- China Airlines — nonstop VIE–TPE on the Boeing 787-9/A350, several times a week; Taiwan’s SkyTeam carrier and usually the fare leader on the direct option.
- EVA Air — nonstop on the 787-9, Star Alliance; strong onward connections across Taiwan and Southeast Asia from its Taoyuan hub.
One-stop (usually cheaper)
- Turkish Airlines — via Istanbul (IST); the most frequent connecting option and often the value pick.
- Emirates / Qatar Airways / Etihad — via Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi; comfortable widebody hops with competitive fares.
- Lufthansa / SWISS — via Frankfurt, Munich or Zurich on the Star Alliance side, often connecting onto an EVA or partner metal.
When to book & how to save
- Book roughly 2–4 months ahead for the nonstop; direct seats on China Airlines and EVA sell out earliest around Lunar New Year and summer.
- Steer clear of the February Lunar New Year spike if you can — shifting your trip by a week or two can cut hundreds off the fare.
- November and the spring shoulder (April–May) are the quietest and cheapest times to fly.
- The one-stop Gulf and Turkish carriers frequently beat the nonstop on price — weigh the saving against the extra 3–6 hours in transit.
- Check the checked-bag allowance: full-service carriers on this route usually include 23–30 kg, but the very cheapest fare buckets can be bag-free, so read the fare rules.
Arriving in Taipei
All flights land at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), about 40 km west of central Taipei. The fastest link is the Taoyuan Airport MRT to Taipei Main Station, roughly 35–40 minutes for around NT$150 (about €4.50). Airport buses run 24 hours for a similar price, and a taxi into the city costs roughly NT$1,000–1,200 (about €30–35). An EasyCard bought at the airport covers metro, buses and most convenience stores across the city.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Vienna to Taipei?
The nonstop flight takes about 12 to 13.5 hours back to Vienna because of headwinds and the southern routing that avoids Russian and mainland Chinese airspace. One-stop itineraries via Istanbul or a Gulf hub typically run 15 to 18 hours door to door, depending on the layover.
Are there direct flights from Vienna to Taipei?
Yes. China Airlines and EVA Air both operate genuine nonstop services between Vienna and Taipei on Boeing 787 and A350 aircraft, several times a week. Austrian Airlines does not fly the route nonstop — any Austrian booking is a codeshare that connects through a partner hub.
How much does a return flight cost?
Indicative economy returns run from around €440 in the quiet November window up to €800 or more during Lunar New Year and peak summer. A good all-in price with a checked bag sits near €500–560; the lowest we have tracked is roughly €395.
When is the cheapest time to fly?
November is usually the single cheapest month, with the spring shoulder of April and May close behind. Avoid February’s Lunar New Year and the July–August summer peak, when both nonstop seats and connecting fares climb sharply.
Which airlines fly from Vienna to Taipei?
China Airlines and EVA Air fly nonstop. For one-stop options, Turkish Airlines connects via Istanbul, the Gulf carriers Emirates, Qatar Airways and Etihad route through their respective hubs, and Lufthansa or SWISS can connect through Frankfurt, Munich or Zurich.
Which airport does the flight use in Taipei?
Almost all long-haul flights use Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), the main international gateway about 40 km west of the city. Taipei’s second airport, Songshan (TSA), handles mostly domestic and short regional flights and is not used on the Vienna route.
How far in advance should I book?
Aim for two to four months ahead for the best balance of price and seat choice, and earlier still if you need the nonstop around Lunar New Year or summer. Last-minute fares on this route are rarely a bargain given the limited direct capacity.
Is it cheaper to fly on certain days?
Midweek departures, especially Tuesday and Wednesday, tend to be cheaper than weekend flights on both the nonstop and connecting options. Being flexible by a day or two, and pairing a midweek outbound with a midweek return, usually shaves the most off the total.
Fare guidance based on aifly.one deal tracking and current airline schedules; last reviewed July 2026. Indicative economy returns — check the live fare before booking.
