Flying from Seattle to Taipei: what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Seattle to Taipei. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are Seattle's main airports.
Step off your plane in Taipei at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
The average length of a direct Seattle to Taipei flight is 12 hours 55 minutes.
Taipei's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Taipei 15 hours ahead of Seattle.
With 28 flights a week between the two airports, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Seattle to Taipei with EVA Air at 00:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the last flight from SEA to TPE is with EVA Air at 23:50.
Leave enough time to make your Seattle to Taipei flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Taipei
To secure cheap Seattle to Taipei flights, reserve your journey seven months before your departure.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Seattle to Taipei, you can depart from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Get from SEA to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) without making any stops.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct Seattle to Taipei plane tickets with departures from SEA, including:
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Seattle to Taipei flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Haneda Airport (HND)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from central Seattle to SEA takes about 55 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Taipei, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from SEA touch down on schedule 81.27% of the time.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is approximately 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Taipei. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and explore Taipei and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead of your Seattle to Taipei flight.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is around 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). As soon as your flight from Seattle to Taipei has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 45 minutes.
After your flight from Seattle to Taipei, unwind at a hotel near TSA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and hit the road in a heartbeat.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
April is the quietest month for flights from Seattle to Taipei, while August is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Taipei based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your Seattle to Taipei tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Seattle to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Taipei, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are leading attractions which should be on every Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Taiwan you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a trip to T'ai-chung-shih will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Taiwan, head for Tainan, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are the start of reasons to visit.
