Travelling from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei is 12 hours ahead of New York, where Newark Liberty International Airport is located. Taipei observes the UTC+8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your EWR to Taipei flight.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even tick off a new city. When searching for flight tickets from EWR to Taipei, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Travelling from central New York to EWR takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Taipei? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to EWR:
When it comes to Newark Liberty International Airport's on-time performance, 73.3% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
How to find the cheapest flights from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Taipei
R 7,133 is currently the best price for a one-way Newark Liberty International Airport to Taipei flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 14,814. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from EWR to Taipei. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Landing cheap tickets from Newark Liberty International Airport to Taipei is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices across every month and snap up an incredible deal.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Taipei. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:
Follow your own route with a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and discover more of Taipei and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from EWR to Taipei can help you get the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is around 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). After your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Taipei has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near TSA. Settle in and get cosy after your EWR to Taipei flight at any of these well-located options:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and get going in the blink of an eye.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Taipei. The city buzzes during high season, but prices are usually higher and top attractions can be busy. Visit Taipei in the low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Newark Liberty International Airport to Taipei flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from EWR to Taipei in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Newark Liberty International Airport to Taipei, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are essential stops on your Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many places in Taiwan waiting to be explored once you've seen Taipei. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
If you're eager to discover another side of Taiwan, head for Tainan, about 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are highlights.