Travelling from Dallas to Taipei: what you need to know
Dallas's main base, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Dallas to Taipei.
Hop off your plane in Taipei at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Taipei's timezone is UTC+8, making Taipei 13 hours ahead of Dallas.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Dallas to Taipei flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Taipei
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap Dallas to Taipei flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
Finding cheap plane tickets from Dallas to Taipei is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and pick up a great deal.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' Dallas to Taipei flights.
Flying from Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Dallas to Taipei flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The journey from central Dallas to DFW takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a handy hotel near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dallas to Taipei, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.22% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Dallas to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Taipei and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Dallas to Taipei flight.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is about 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Dallas to Taipei has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from Dallas to Taipei:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Grab a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at TSA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Taipei
April is the quietest month for flights from Dallas to Taipei, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Taipei based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Dallas to Taipei tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dallas to Taipei around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Dallas to Taipei, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Taipei. Around 129 kilometres to the south-west, its top attractions include Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.
If you want to check out another major stop in Taiwan, head for Tainan, about 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are highlights.
