Travelling from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Taipei: what you need to know
Ronald Reagan National Airport is located in Washington DC. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Taipei is 12 hours ahead of Washington DC.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your DCA to Taipei flight.
Taking off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from DCA to Taipei, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
DCA is around 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near DCA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Taipei or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Taipei
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Taipei flight is Rs148,798. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs268,892. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from DCA to Taipei, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Landing cheap tickets from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Taipei is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to access the best prices across every month and walk away with a sweet deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from DCA to Taipei by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Save money on your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Taipei with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near TPE:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and explore beyond Taipei's main sights.
Booking your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from DCA to Taipei can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is about 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Taipei has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your DCA to Taipei flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and be on your way in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from TSA four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Taipei. The city comes alive during high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Taipei in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Book your Ronald Reagan National Airport to Taipei flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from DCA to Taipei around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Taipei right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Taipei:
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your Taipei to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Taipei. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
Tainan is another must-experience destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No journey is complete without a visit to Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.