Ten days of 24°C, tea houses and night markets, right in the middle of the British November.
Air China flies from London Gatwick to Taipei from £318 return, with one stop in Shanghai. The dates fall in mid-November 2026, and a checked bag is included.
✈️ The Deal
- From: London Gatwick, United Kingdom
- To: Taipei, Taiwan
- Airline: Air China
- Stops: 1 stop in Shanghai
- Price: £318–£350 return
- When: November 2026
Example dates:
16/11/2026 - 26/11/2026
17/11/2026 - 25/11/2026
15/11/2026 - 26/11/2026
The stop in Shanghai Pudong is about 6 hours on the way out and 9h15 on the way back, so check China's transit rules for your passport. Hand luggage and a checked bag are included. Only the 16/11 departure costs £318; nearby dates cost £341-350.
💰 How far does your money go?
A pint in London now costs £6-7. In Taipei, a bowl of beef noodle soup costs £3-4, a bubble tea £1.50 and an MRT ride under £1. A pot of oolong at a tea house in the hills costs about £5, and it lasts all afternoon.
☀️ The Weather
November is one of the most pleasant months in Taipei. Expect highs of around 24°C, nights near 18°C and some grey, drizzly days. It's comfortable for walking and hiking, without the summer heat.
🏨 Where to Stay
Stay near an MRT station and the whole city is within 30 minutes.
Star Hostel Taipei Main Station · 9.4/10 · From £51/night
A bright, spotless hostel near Taipei Main Station, with private rooms and a big common area.
Hotel Resonance Taipei · 9.1/10 · From £196/night
A music-themed hotel in Zhongshan, close to cafés, bars and the MRT.
Hotel Proverbs Taipei · 8.7/10 · From £329/night
A boutique hotel on Da'an Road with big suites and a rooftop bar.
🎯 What to Do
Taipei is easy to explore and full of small surprises.
Maokong Gondola: A cable car up to tea plantations and tea houses in the hills, best at sunset.
Tamsui: An old riverside port at the end of the MRT line, with street food and sunset views.
Huashan 1914 Creative Park: An old wine factory turned into galleries, design shops and cafés.
Pingxi Line: A small train through the hills to Shifen, where you can release a sky lantern.
🗺️ Where to Go From Here
Taiwan is small, and the high-speed rail makes it easy to see more.
Hualien and Taroko Gorge: Marble cliffs and turquoise rivers, about 2 hours by train.
Sun Moon Lake: A mountain lake with cycling paths and temples, about 4 hours by bus.
Tainan: Taiwan's old capital and food capital, about 1h45 by high-speed rail.
Okinawa, Japan: Subtropical beaches and Ryukyu culture, about 1h20 by air. Search flights
From £318 return, London to Taiwan in November. The cheapest date won't last.
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