Flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to virtually anywhere in Asia cost a pretty penny (there isn't a Flair Airlines equivalent that offers ultra-low-cost Trans-Pacific travel).
But there are a couple of things to keep in mind before you book your next flight from YVR to Taipei, Taiwan.
As one of the most popular overseas destinations for Vancouverites, Taiwan's capital city offers an array of things for visitors to see and do. One iconic "must-see" attraction is Taipei 101 -- an awe-inspiring building that offers panoramic views of the sprawling metropolis. For some time after it opened in 2004, the statuesque structure was the tallest building in the world, standing a staggering 1,6667 feet high above the ground.
While tickets to Taiwan typically come with a steep price tag -- try prices starting anywhere from between $1,450 to $2,450 -- there are some cheaper deals available if you are willing to be flexible with your travel dates, according to Google Flights.
How to score the cheapest flights from YVR to Taipei, Taiwan
Travellers looking for low-cost options from YVR to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) might not need to book their trips well in advance to score a low-cost option. Typically, trips overseas are best booked further in advance, particularly during peak travel times. For example, a flight to Paris, France will cost exponentially more In July or August.
A trip that departs YVR on Oct. 29 and returns from TPE just over a week later on Nov. 7 costs $1,299 including all taxes and fees with United Airlines. This price is about $526 cheaper than the typical lowest prices.
United Airlines offers the lowest cost options on most trips to Taiwan. On the aforementioned dates, for example, the next cheapest options are a staggering $1,848 with Eva Air and $1,981 with China Airlines.
Use the Google Flights price calendar to browse other cheap options. Currently, there are plenty of cheap options in October and November, however, prices climb up over December and January before declining in February.
What else you can expect to see in Taiwan
Taipei is also famous for its cuisine and there are a variety of restaurants to dine at across the city. Beef noodle soup is the "official dish" of the country but comes in a variety of styles and portions. I enjoyed a couple of hot pot meals in Taipei, as well as some savoury and sweet street food.
There are 15,000 temples spread across Taiwan, featuring a range of inspired, ornate architecture and colourful designs. They are "dedicated to hundreds of gods, folk heroes, animals, and even a pair of 17th-century Dutch Admirals," according to Lonely Planet.
The country also ranks among the top 15 in the world for its springs, with a variety of "hot springs, cold springs, mud springs, and seabed hot springs," according to the Taiwan Tourism Board.
