Flying from Chicago to Taipei: what you need to know
Chicago is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Taipei leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
When it comes to planning your arrival in Taipei, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the chief entry points.
Book a direct Chicago to Taipei flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 15 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of Chicago.
The busiest route for flights from Chicago to Taipei is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). You can choose from seven weekly services between these two airports. If you want to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from ORD to TPE is the 00:30 EVA Air option. If you prefer travelling later, the last scheduled departure is at 23:30 with EVA Air.
To ensure you make your Chicago to Taipei flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Taipei
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August is the best month for landing an incredible deal on a plane ticket from Chicago to Taipei. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Set off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) on a nonstop flight from Chicago to Taipei. From ORD, you can fly straight to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Check out the promotions with EVA Air. This airline offers direct Chicago to Taipei plane tickets out of ORD.
We make it a breeze to book a Chicago to Taipei flight with a stopover. To see all your options departing from O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Located around 26 kilometres from central Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Taipei, these stays will put you nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Break up your Chicago to Taipei flight with a stop so you can freshen up or tick another place off your list. Some top stopovers between Chicago Midway International Airport and Taipei include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to Taipei:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance of 78%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
The address for MDW is 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is approximately 27 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 40 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chicago to Taipei. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Grab a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and explore Taipei and beyond with your own set of wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is around 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Chicago to Taipei has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near TSA. Kick back after your Chicago to Taipei flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting forever for a cab. Pick up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Taipei. To travel when it's less crowded, head to Taipei in April.
Book a Chicago to Taipei ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Chicago to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Taipei, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are attractions you won't want to skip in Taipei.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Taipei. Around 129 kilometres to the south-west, popular attractions include Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Taiwan, head for Tainan, about 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are among the biggest draws.