Flying from Taipei to Seattle: what you need to know
Taipei has a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Taipei to Seattle flying out of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
When working out where to land in Seattle, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the primary gateways.
Hop on a direct Taipei to Seattle flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is 15 hours behind Taipei.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route that connects these two cities. There are 28 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from Taipei to Seattle is with EVA Air at 23:40. Choose the first TPE to SEA departure with Delta Air Lines at 09:25 to maximise your time in Seattle.
Leave enough time to get on your Taipei to Seattle flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Seattle
To secure cheap Taipei to Seattle flights, book your journey two months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing great bargains on plane tickets from Taipei to Seattle. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Flying from Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
If you're after a direct flight from Taipei to Seattle, you can depart from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Get from TPE to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) without making any stops.
Choose from a range of airlines offering direct Taipei to Seattle plane tickets with departures from TPE, including:
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Taipei to Seattle, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
74.72% of flights leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
You can reach TSA from central Taipei in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to travel the 6 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Taipei to Seattle? Relax in a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Taipei Songshan Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 91% of flights taking off from here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Taipei to Seattle. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and explore beyond Seattle's main sights.
Booking your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
As soon as your flight from Taipei to Seattle has landed, you can reach the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is approximately 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Public transport will get you there in around 25 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to LKE. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Taipei to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Taipei to Seattle. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seattle. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in a Taipei to Seattle ticket departing in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Seattle to range from 12ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from Taipei to Seattle around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Taipei to Seattle, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are must-visits when exploring Seattle.
Explore more of United States
Seattle is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Spokane is another well-known destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No journey is complete without dropping by Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.