Travelling from New York to Taipei: what you need to know
You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from New York to Taipei. Check out your options for departing New York from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
When working out where to arrive in Taipei, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the major entry points.
Book a direct New York to Taipei flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 16 hours 35 minutes.
Taipei is 12 hours ahead of New York and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
With 11 weekly flights between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from New York to Taipei with EVA Air at 00:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from JFK to TPE is with China Airlines at 23:50.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your New York to Taipei flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Taipei
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Flying from New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) on a nonstop flight from New York to Taipei. From JFK, you can land directly at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Be on the lookout for deals with EVA Air. This airline offers direct New York to Taipei plane tickets out of JFK.
We make it simple to book a New York to Taipei flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kms (12 miles) in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your travels? Stay near John F. Kennedy International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Taipei or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
74.1% of flights that depart John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Split up your New York to Taipei flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and Taipei include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
You can get to EWR from the centre of New York in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 14 kms (9 miles) or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your flight from New York to Taipei? Kick back in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially starts. Check out these accommodation options:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 73%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Lock in a ticket from New York to Taipei departing from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) with a stop or two. Some popular stopovers between LGA and Taipei include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The trip to LGA from central New York is around 1 hour by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 25 minutes to cover the 13 kms (8 miles) or so.
Sleep a little longer and still make your New York to Taipei flight without having to rush. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
LGA has an on-time performance rate of 80.0%. This means the majority of its flights land as expected and your trip is smooth and easy.
The street address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is approximately 27 kms (17 miles). It'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near TPE:
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 popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is around 5 kms (3 miles) from central Taipei. After your flight from New York to Taipei, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 45 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near TSA. Settle in and get cosy after your New York to Taipei flight at any of these perfectly located options:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make collecting a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car simple. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from New York to Taipei. August is the most popular month to visit Taipei. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in a New York to Taipei ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from New York to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Taipei, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've visited Taipei, now it's time to discover more of Taiwan. Journey about 80 miles south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its popular sights. From Taichung Park to Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 160 miles south-west of Taipei, Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan. No visit is complete without checking out Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.