Travelling from Philadelphia to Taipei: what you need to know
Philadelphia's main base, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Philadelphia to Taipei.
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) and Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) are Taipei's major gateways.
Taipei is 13 hours ahead of Philadelphia and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your Philadelphia to Taipei flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Taipei
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap Philadelphia to Taipei flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your plane ticket from Philadelphia to Taipei.
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Find an affordable Philadelphia to Taipei flight with the help of our filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Philadelphia to Taipei flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Philadelphia International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Taipei? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Philadelphia International Airport:
Of the departures from Philadelphia International Airport, 77% arrive on time at their destination.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Philadelphia to Taipei. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Grab a Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport rental car and discover Taipei and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car rental are well-known companies you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport about two weeks in advance of your Philadelphia to Taipei flight.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) is around 5 kilometres from central Taipei. Once you've disembarked your flight from Philadelphia to Taipei, it'll take you approximately 15 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 25 minutes or so.
After your flight from Philadelphia to Taipei, unwind at a hotel near TSA. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a taxi. Grab a Taipei Sung Shan Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from TSA four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia to Taipei. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Taipei in March.
When booking your Philadelphia to Taipei tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Taipei in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Taipei, check out our selection of hotels including:
Taipei 101 Observatory and TAIPEI 101 are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Taipei to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres southwest of Taipei, a trip to Taichung will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Tainan is another well-known destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei. No trip is complete without visiting Chimei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Old Fort.