Flying from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll take off for your flight from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the two main airports in Seattle.
12 hours 55 minutes is the average travel time for a direct Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight.
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Seattle. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located in Taipei.
With 28 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the busiest route. EVA Air operates the earliest flight at 12:10am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from SEA to TPE is with EVA Air at 11:50pm.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Seattle to TPE.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Reach your destination without the detour from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Direct flights from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) operate from here.
At SEA, you can choose from various airlines offering direct flights from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, such as:
The majority of travellers prefer to fly with EVA Air between SEA and TPE.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is China Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Seattle to TPE. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes around 55 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that depart SEA arrive at their destination without delay.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can arrive at LKE from the centre of Seattle in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to cover the 3 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to TPE flight? Unwind in a hotel near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near TPE:
Travel at your own pace with a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and chase adventure across Taipei and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight.
Getting from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to central Taipei is roughly 32 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
At the moment, Rs86,998 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs167,577. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before you travel. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Seattle to TPE.
Plan your trip for October. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Think about the kind of experience you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Taipei. August is when most people book flights from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
When booking your Seattle to TPE flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Taipei:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Taipei 101 Observatory, Taipei 101 and Taipei Palace Museum are major attractions which should be on any good Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Taipei. Around 121 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Yizhong Street Night Market, Chenghuangmiao and Paochueh Temple.
Tainan is another sought-after destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No trip is complete without seeing Dadong Night Market, Anping Old Street and Shennong Street.
