Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Taipei: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Taipei and you'll be travelling for around 12 hours 20 minutes.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is located in Phoenix. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Taipei is 15 hours ahead of Phoenix.
The most popular flight route is from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). There are six services between these airports each week.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your PHX to Taipei flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Start your journey at PHX and fly straight to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Taipei tickets.
Starlux Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Taipei.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from PHX to Taipei with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
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PHX is about 6 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Taipei? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PHX:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that depart PHX arrive at their destination without delay.
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) to Taipei
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Taipei flight is $717. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,382. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from PHX to Taipei if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Taipei ticket.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PHX to Taipei by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to the centre of Taipei takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Taipei. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks before your flight from PHX to Taipei can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is around 6 kilometres from central Taipei. Once you've disembarked your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your PHX to Taipei flight:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
February is the busiest month for flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Taipei. To avoid the crowds, visit Taipei in December.
Lock in a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Taipei plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PHX to Taipei in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 18ºC on average.
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport to Taipei, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Taipei:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Taipei 101, Taipei 101 Observatory and Shilin Night Market are attractions you won't want to skip in Taipei.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've done Taipei, now it's time to discover other corners of Taiwan. Travel about 129 kilometres southwest to Taichung to tick off its top sights. From Chenghuangmiao to Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei. No journey is complete without seeing Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort.