Kuala Lumpur to Taipei flights
Direct and connecting flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei take?
Flight time from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Taipei (TPE) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei?
Airline availability for KUL to TPE changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Taipei?
Direct (nonstop) availability on KUL to TPE varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Malaysia Airlines5-yr attributed events: 3Last 90 days: none recorded
- SJX5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- China Airlines5-yr attributed events: 2Last 90 days: none recorded
- Malindo Air5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| SJX | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| China Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Malindo Air | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning KUL → TPE
KUL to TPE is a medium-haul route of 3,246 km (2,017 mi). See the return TPE → KUL route.
Alternative airports near Kuala Lumpur: Kuala Lumpur (SZB) — 46 km, Malacca (MKZ) — 81 km.
Alternative airports near Taipei: Taipei (TSA) — 32 km, Hsinchu (HSZ) — 41 km, Taichung (RMQ) — 110 km.