Travelling from Orlando to Taipei: what you need to know
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is Orlando's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Taipei leaving from here.
When it comes to working out where to land in Taipei, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the major entry points.
Taipei's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Taipei 12 hours ahead of Orlando.
To ensure you board your Orlando to Taipei flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Taipei
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap Orlando to Taipei flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from Orlando to Taipei across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Orlando to Taipei by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' Orlando to Taipei flights.
Flying from Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing Orlando to Taipei flights departing from Orlando International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Central Orlando to MCO is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Orlando International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando to Taipei, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights leaving Orlando International Airport, 78.28% land on time at their destination.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Orlando to Taipei. Book one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire to explore Taipei and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is about 5 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. Once you've disembarked your flight from Orlando to Taipei, it'll take you approximately 20 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
Public transport will get you there in around 45 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Orlando to Taipei:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and make a speedy getaway.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from TSA four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
April is the quietest month for flights from Orlando to Taipei, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Taipei based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Orlando to Taipei tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Orlando to Taipei in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
After booking your flight from Orlando to Taipei, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are highlights which should be on any good Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a trip to T'ai-chung-shih will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.
If you want to check out another side of Taiwan, consider Tainan, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are the start of reasons to visit.