Flying from Taipei to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering the departure point for your flight from Taipei to Los Angeles. Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) and Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) are the main airports in Taipei.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's major gateways.
Around 11 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Taipei to Los Angeles flight.
Los Angeles is 16 hours behind Taipei and is in the UTC-8 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Taipei to Los Angeles is from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). You can choose from 35 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to maximise your time on arrival, the earliest flight from TPE to LAX is the 00:10 Starlux Airlines service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the latest available service is at 23:55 with EVA Air.
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 Taipei to Los Angeles flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Los Angeles
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap Taipei to Los Angeles flight. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your plane ticket from Taipei to Los Angeles.
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Flying from Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Taipei to Los Angeles, you can leave from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE). Get from TPE to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) without any stops.
Choose from a variety of carriers offering direct Taipei to Los Angeles plane tickets with departures from TPE, including:
Located around 32 kilometres from central Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Taipei to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport:
73% of flights that take off from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Taipei to TSA in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 5 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 15 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Taipei Sung Shan Airport the day before your flight from Taipei to Los Angeles:
Flights from Taipei Sung Shan Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 92% of them landing as planned.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 19 kilometres. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Taipei to Los Angeles. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Los Angeles and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead of your Taipei to Los Angeles flight.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is roughly 27 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Taipei to Los Angeles, it takes approximately 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
The journey will take approximately 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Taipei to Los Angeles, rest your head at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Budget, Dollar and Hertz make picking up a Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Typically, the earlier you book, the bigger the savings and variety of vehicles. Reserve your ride from VNY the moment you know your dates.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the most popular month for flights from Taipei to Los Angeles. To skip the crowds, go to Los Angeles in March.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your Taipei to Los Angeles ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap flights from Taipei to Los Angeles around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Los Angeles right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Taipei to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl are leading attractions which should feature on any good Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.









