Night markets, mountain hot springs and bubble tea on every corner.
Air China flies from Frankfurt to Taipei from €496 return, with one stop in China. The dates fall in late November and December 2026, when Taiwan is mild and dry.
✈️ The Deal
- From: Frankfurt, Germany
- To: Taipei, Taiwan
- Airline: Air China
- Stops: 1 stop in Beijing (outbound) and Shanghai (return)
- Price: €496–€497 return
- When: November - December 2026
Example dates:
08/12/2026 - 18/12/2026
27/11/2026 - 09/12/2026
On the way out, the stop in Beijing is only about 2h30. On the way back, the stop in Shanghai is about 18 hours, so plan a night in the city or a good airport hotel. Some dates are €495, but with airport changes in Beijing or Shanghai and 19-23 hour stops, so check the itinerary before you book. A checked bag is included.
💰 How far does your money go?
A beer in a Frankfurt Apfelwein tavern now costs €4.50-5. In Taipei, a bowl of beef noodle soup costs about €4, a bubble tea €1.50 and a full night market dinner around €6. A metro ride is under €1.
☀️ The Weather
Late November and December are mild in Taipei. Expect highs of 20-23°C and nights around 15°C. It's cloudy at times, with light rain, but far warmer than a German winter.
🏨 Where to Stay
Ximending and Zhongshan are the best bases.
Zuum Inn · 8.7/10 · From €71/night
A modern, good-value hotel with simple rooms near the metro.
amba Taipei Zhongshan · 8.6/10 · From €132/night
A design hotel in a lively area full of cafés and boutiques, near the Zhongshan metro station.
W Taipei · 8.9/10 · From €388/night
Skyline views, a rooftop pool and Taipei 101 just a short walk away.
🎯 What to Do
Taipei is food, temples and mountains close to the city.
Raohe Night Market: Pepper buns, stinky tofu and grilled squid under a glowing temple gate.
Elephant Mountain: A short, steep hike to the classic view of Taipei 101 at sunset.
Beitou hot springs: Public hot spring baths and a thermal valley, about 30 minutes by metro.
Longshan Temple: The city's most famous temple, busy with locals from early morning.
🗺️ Where to Go From Here
Taipei is the start of a trip around Taiwan.
Jiufen: A hillside village of lanterns and teahouses, about 1 hour by bus.
Taroko Gorge: Marble cliffs and turquoise rivers, about 2 hours by train to Hualien.
Tainan: Taiwan's old capital and food capital, about 2 hours by high-speed train.
Kaohsiung: A relaxed harbour city in the south, about 1h30 by high-speed train.
From €496 return, Frankfurt to Taiwan. Swap the Christmas markets for night markets this December.
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