Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Taipei: what you need to know
Around 11 hours 21 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Taipei.
Taipei is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco, where San Francisco International Airport is located. Taipei operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
The busiest route is from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). There are 263 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from SFO to TPE is the 00:05 China Airlines option. If you'd rather travel later, the last departure is at 23:50 with EVA Air.
To ensure you get on your flight from SFO to Taipei, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak months like August or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Direct flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Taipei are available for booking. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is where you'll be touching down.
Popular airlines that have direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Taipei include:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even tour another city. When browsing flights from SFO to Taipei, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
You can enter Taiwan for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from United States. But before reserving your cheap tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Taipei, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may need some travel documents if your trip is for business or another reason.
Located around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco, SFO can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 47 minutes.
Have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Taipei? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to SFO:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Taipei
$583 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Taipei. Return flights start from $1,139. These fares can change based on availability.
Get cheap tickets from SFO to Taipei by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Taipei. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is approximately 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 42 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 24 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is about 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). After your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Taipei has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 19 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from SFO to Taipei:
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Taipei. To avoid the crowds, head for Taipei in April when it's quieter.
Before you book a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Taipei, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from SFO to Taipei sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Taipei, browse our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei Zoo are attractions you won't want to skip in Taipei.
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