Flying from Vancouver to Taipei: what you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Taipei begins with finding the most convenient airport to start your holiday. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main terminals in Vancouver.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's major gateways.
Around 12 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Vancouver to Taipei flight.
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8, which is 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route. Board the earliest flight from Vancouver to Taipei with EVA Air at 00:15. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from YVR to TPE is with EVA Air at 02:00.
Leave enough time to get on your Vancouver to Taipei flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Taipei
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Depart from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on a nonstop flight from Vancouver to Taipei. From YVR, you can travel directly to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Secure your Vancouver to Taipei plane tickets with EVA Air. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from YVR.
Located around 11 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Vancouver to Taipei or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
71.77% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The trip to YXX from central Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Take the 'what ifs' out of departure day — stay close to Abbotsford Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Vancouver to Taipei flight:
Flights that leave from YXX arrive at their destination within the expected time frame 67.97% 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 takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Vancouver to Taipei. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Grab a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and discover Taipei and beyond with your own set of wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Taipei flight.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Once your flight from Vancouver to Taipei has touched down, you can reach the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 45 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Vancouver to Taipei:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make picking up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the most popular month for flights from Vancouver to Taipei. To skip the crowds, visit Taipei in April.
When booking your Vancouver to Taipei tickets, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Vancouver 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. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Taipei, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are major attractions which should feature on every Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Taiwan just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a trip to T'ai-chung-shih will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.
Tainan is another sought-after destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No trip is complete without seeing Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.