Flying from Houston to Taipei: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Houston. Explore your options departing from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) when booking your flight from Houston to Taipei.
Hop off your plane in Taipei at Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) or Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA).
Book a direct Houston to Taipei flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 16 hours 20 minutes.
Taipei's timezone is UTC+8, making Taipei 14 hours ahead of Houston.
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) is the most traveled route that connects these two cities. There are seven weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from Houston to Taipei is with EVA Air at 23:30. Opt for the first IAH to TPE departure with EVA Air at 00:40 to make the most of your arrival in Taipei.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Houston to Taipei flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Taipei
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Houston to Taipei flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Houston to Taipei.
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Flying from Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Jet off from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) on a nonstop flight from Houston to Taipei. From IAH, you can fly directly to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE).
EVA Air is a well-known carrier that offers direct Houston to Taipei plane tickets leaving from IAH.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Houston to Taipei flights leaving from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a handy hotel close to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Taipei, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Break up your Houston to Taipei flight with a stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). One of the main stopovers between Houston Hobby Airport and Taipei, it's a great opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
You can reach HOU from the centre of Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to cover the 16 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Houston Hobby Airport the day before your flight from Houston to Taipei:
Houston Hobby Airport has an on-time performance rate of 79%. This figure highlights how often flights that depart from this airport arrive at their destination on time.
The street address for HOU is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Consider booking a hotel close to TPE if you have a late flight from Houston to Taipei. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car rental to explore Taipei and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) is roughly 5 kilometres from central Taipei. Following your flight from Houston to Taipei, it takes approximately 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the journey to take about 25 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Houston to Taipei:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving taxi lines. Grab a Taipei Sung Shan Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from TSA four weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Houston to Taipei. August is the most popular month for a trip to Taipei. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your Houston to Taipei tickets, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Houston to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 9ºC and 18ºC.
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Taipei right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Houston to Taipei:
Taipei 101 Observatory and TAIPEI 101 are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Taipei travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taichung is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Taipei. Around 129 kilometres to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Tainan is another sought-after destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei. No journey is complete without experiencing Chimei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Old Fort.