Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Taipei: what you need to know
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is located in Durham. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Taipei is 12 hours ahead of Durham.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your RDU to Taipei flight.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flight tickets from RDU to Taipei, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
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Located around 16 kilometres from central Durham, RDU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Taipei? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near RDU:
Raleigh-Durham International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from RDU touch down on schedule 80.09% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Taipei
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Taipei flight is Rs111,193. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs227,830. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from RDU to Taipei. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Scoring cheap tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Taipei is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices throughout the month and bag an incredible deal.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to the centre of Taipei takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Begin your adventure 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 experience the lesser-explored corners of Taipei and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from RDU to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is located around 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Taipei has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your RDU to Taipei flight:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make picking up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car simple. These providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Score the best price by booking your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Taipei. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel rates are usually higher and attractions can be crowded. Visit Taipei in the off-season for a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Taipei flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RDU to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Taipei, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are must-visits when exploring Taipei.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Taipei. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions 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 experiencing Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.
