Flying from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE): What you need to know
Taipei is 13 hours ahead of Washington DC. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located in Taipei, which follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Washington DC to TPE. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're going away during a popular month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines will be longer during peak periods like Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Washington DC to TPE departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
DCA is around 6 kms (4 miles) from central Washington DC. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Split up your flight from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or perhaps go somewhere you've never been before. Top stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and TPE include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
IAD is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Washington DC. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to TPE flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport:
Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance of 77%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Choosing a plane ticket from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) with one or more stops can offer you a bigger choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When jetting off from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI), here's where you can make a pit stop at on your way to TPE:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
BWI is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that tracks how often flights reach their destinations without delays. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near TPE and hit the pillow fast:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei
Central Taipei is around 40 kms (25 miles) from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is £380. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £696. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to TPE. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport ticket.
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Save on your flight from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Taipei. February is when most people book flights from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 34ºC. Book your Washington DC to TPE plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 18ºC.
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Taipei right here. Browse these hotels after you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
Taipei 101 Observatory and Taipei 101 are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Taipei itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've seen Taipei, now it's time to discover other corners of Taiwan. Journey about 121 kms (75 miles) southwest to Taichung to tick off its leading attractions. From Chenghuangmiao to Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) southwest of Taipei, Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort.