Flying from Vancouver to Taipei: what you need to know
When searching for a flight from Vancouver to Taipei, there's a nice selection of airports you can start your trip from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are some of Vancouver's main terminals.
Hop off your plane in Taipei at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Hop on a direct Vancouver to Taipei flight and you'll be flying for an average of 12 hours 40 minutes.
Taipei's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Taipei 15 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the most popular route between these two cities. There are 14 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from Vancouver to Taipei is with EVA Air at 02:00. Go for the first YVR to TPE departure operated by EVA Air at 00:15 to maximise your time in Taipei.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your Vancouver to Taipei flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Taipei
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Flying from Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
You can book a direct flight from Vancouver to Taipei taking off from Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Start your trip at YVR and touch down at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Keep an eye out for promotions with EVA Air. This airline offers direct Vancouver to Taipei plane tickets from YVR.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Vancouver International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Vancouver to Taipei, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Vancouver International Airport, 71.77% touch down on time at their destination.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 30 minutes or so on public transport.
Make taking an early Vancouver to Taipei flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these hotels close to Abbotsford Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of YXX is 67.97%. To put it plainly, that's how often flights from this airport reach their final stop as planned.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is approximately 32 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Get your adventure underway 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.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance of your Vancouver to Taipei flight.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Once your flight from Vancouver to Taipei has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near TSA. Settle in and get cosy after your Vancouver to Taipei flight at one of these perfectly located options:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a greater range 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 (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Vancouver to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Taipei right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Vancouver to Taipei:
Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are a couple of big attractions to put on your Taipei travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Ximending Night Market.
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.