Travelling from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Taipei: what you need to know
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is 14 hours ahead of Memphis, where Memphis International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MEM to Taipei flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from MEM to Taipei, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
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MEM is around 13 kilometres from central Memphis. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Taipei? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near MEM:
When it comes to Memphis International Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
MEM's address is 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Taipei
R 9,416 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Taipei flight. A return ticket right now is R 17,858. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MEM to Taipei. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Memphis International Airport to Taipei ticket.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 40 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Memphis 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 soon after at one of these hotels near TPE:
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from MEM to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is around 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from Memphis International Airport to Taipei has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 15 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your MEM to Taipei flight:
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at TSA can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Taipei
February is the busiest month for flights from Memphis International Airport to Taipei. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Taipei in December.
Before booking a Memphis International Airport to Taipei plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MEM to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Memphis 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:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Taipei 101, Taipei 101 Observatory and Shilin Night Market are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've seen Taipei, now it's time to discover other corners of Taiwan. Travel around 129 kilometres southwest to Taichung to tick off its popular sights. From Chenghuangmiao to Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Tainan is another well-known destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Taipei. No journey is complete without experiencing Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort.
