TPE - Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Taipei, Taiwan
IATA Code: TPE · Taipei, Taiwan
The airport code TPE is the IATA identifier for Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Taipei Airport (TPE).
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) serves Taipei, Taiwan, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
TPE is the IATA airport code for Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, located in Taipei, Taiwan. The airport is situated at coordinates 25.0777°N, 121.2330°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- TPE
- City
- Taipei
- Country
- Taiwan
- Timezone
- Asia/Taipei
- Latitude
- 25.0777°
- Longitude
- 121.2330°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from TPE
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSA - Taipei | 32 km | $461 | $1/passenger |
| HSZ - Hsinchu | 41 km | $591 | $1/passenger |
| RMQ - Taichung | 110 km | $1,586 | $3/passenger |
| TXG - Taichung | 115 km | $1,658 | $3/passenger |
| HUN - Hualien | 124 km | $1,788 | $4/passenger |
| LZN - Matsu Islands | 176 km | $2,538 | $5/passenger |
| MFK - Matsu Islands | 177 km | $2,552 | $5/passenger |
| FOC - Fuzhou | 184 km | $2,653 | $5/passenger |
| OGN - Yonaguni Jima | 189 km | $2,725 | $5/passenger |
| CYI - Chiayi | 199 km | $2,870 | $6/passenger |
| MZG - Makung | 234 km | $3,374 | $7/passenger |
| TTT - Fengnin | 259 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| TNN - Tainan | 259 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| WOT - Wang An | 259 km | $3,735 | $7/passenger |
| GNI - Green Island | 268 km | $3,865 | $8/passenger |
| JJN - Quanzhou | 268 km | $3,865 | $8/passenger |
| PIF - Pingtung | 275 km | $3,966 | $8/passenger |
| CMJ - Cimei | 277 km | $3,994 | $8/passenger |
| HTR - Taketomi | 284 km | $4,095 | $8/passenger |
| KHH - Kaohsiung | 292 km | $4,211 | $8/passenger |
| KNH - Kinmen | 299 km | $4,312 | $9/passenger |
| ISG - Ishigaki | 313 km | $4,513 | $9/passenger |
| WNZ - Wenzhou | 317 km | $4,571 | $9/passenger |
| XMN - Xiamen | 319 km | $4,600 | $9/passenger |
| KYD - Lanyu | 341 km | $4,917 | $10/passenger |
| HCN - Hengchun | 342 km | $4,932 | $10/passenger |
| TRA - Tarama | 350 km | $5,047 | $10/passenger |
| SQJ - Sanming | 372 km | $5,364 | $11/passenger |
| HYN - Huangyan | 388 km | $5,595 | $11/passenger |
| SHI - Shimojishima | 395 km | $5,696 | $11/passenger |
| MMY - Miyako | 411 km | $5,927 | $12/passenger |
| WUS - Wuyishan | 434 km | $6,258 | $13/passenger |
| LCX - Longyan | 456 km | $6,576 | $13/passenger |
| YIW - Yiwu | 489 km | $7,051 | $14/passenger |
| JUZ - Quzhou | 490 km | $7,066 | $14/passenger |
| SQD - Shangrao | 490 km | $7,066 | $14/passenger |
| SWA - Shantou | 508 km | $7,325 | $15/passenger |
| BSO - Basco | 520 km | $7,498 | $15/passenger |
| MXZ - Meixian | 521 km | $7,513 | $15/passenger |
| NGB - Ninbo | 529 km | $7,628 | $15/passenger |
| HSN - Zhoushan | 551 km | $7,945 | $16/passenger |
| UEO - Kumejima | 567 km | $8,176 | $16/passenger |
| HGH - Hangzhou | 578 km | $8,335 | $17/passenger |
| TXN - Huangshan | 595 km | $8,580 | $17/passenger |
| KJP - Kerama | 619 km | $8,926 | $18/passenger |
| JDZ - Jingdezhen | 621 km | $8,955 | $18/passenger |
| AGJ - Aguni | 624 km | $8,998 | $18/passenger |
| KOW - Ganzhou | 654 km | $9,431 | $19/passenger |
| OKA - Okinawa | 655 km | $9,445 | $19/passenger |
| DNA - Kadena | 670 km | $9,661 | $19/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your TPE Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from TPE
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Taipei
Taipei enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through TPE
Located in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region, TPE is part of one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Asian airports often feature extensive shopping, dining, and transit accommodation options. Visa requirements vary widely across Asian countries, so travelers are advised to verify entry requirements well in advance of their trip.
Planning Your Trip via TPE
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from TPE
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to TPE are TSA, HSZ, RMQ — consider these for potentially lower fares