Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei is 13 hours ahead of Washington DC, where Washington Dulles International Airport is located. Taipei follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to get on your IAD to Taipei flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from IAD to Taipei. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
IAD is around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
In search of a hotel near IAD? If you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Taipei, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
77% of flights that depart Washington Dulles International Airport make it to their destination on time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Taipei
$773 is currently the best price for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Taipei flight. Return plane tickets start at $1,724. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from IAD to Taipei if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Washington Dulles International Airport to Taipei ticket.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from IAD to Taipei can help you secure the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
After your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Taipei has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near TSA. Settle in and get cosy after your IAD to Taipei flight at any of these well-located options:
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
December is the quietest month for flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Taipei, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Taipei based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Washington Dulles International Airport to Taipei plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 18ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from IAD to Taipei around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Taipei, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great 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 tricky to know where to start. Taipei 101, Taipei 101 Observatory and Shilin Night Market are major attractions which should be on any good Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres southwest of Taipei, a visit to Taichung will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei, Tainan is another favourite stop in Taiwan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort.
