Flying from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Houston: what you need to know
Approximately 16 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Houston.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located in Taipei. Based in the UTC-5 timezone, Houston is 13 hours behind Taipei.
The busiest route is from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You can choose from seven services every week between these two airports. EVA Air offers a 21:20 departure between TPE and IAH.
To avoid rushing for your TPE to Houston flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Houston ticket. Start your journey at TPE and touch down at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Keep an eye out for offers from EVA Air. This airline operates direct flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Houston.
Travelling from central Taipei to TPE takes around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 20 miles in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Of all flights leaving Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, 74.72% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Houston
£311 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Houston flight. A return plane ticket right now is £577. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from TPE to Houston.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Houston tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from TPE to Houston by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 17 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Houston. Book one of these accommodation options near IAH instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a George Bush Intercontinental Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and see more of Houston and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from George Bush Intercontinental Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from TPE to Houston can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
After your flight from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Houston has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Houston is roughly 12 miles from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU).
The journey will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near HOU. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your TPE to Houston flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a William P. Hobby Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and be on your way in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
The address for William P. Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
Travel to Houston during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Houston during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
The warmest month in Houston is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Lock in your Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport to Houston plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Search for cheap tickets from TPE to Houston in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Houston
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Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building, The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Hermann Park are must-do's during your Houston adventure.
Explore more of United States
Houston is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be discovered. About 190 miles west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.
Around 230 miles north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Perot Museum of Nature and Science and Dallas Museum of Art.