Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Taipei: what you need to know
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is 12 hours ahead of Philadelphia, where Philadelphia International Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your PHL to Taipei flight.
If you're travelling during a bank 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. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from PHL to Taipei with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Taipei? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to PHL:
78.93% of flights taking off from Philadelphia International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find PHL at 8500 Essington Ave.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Taipei
R 8,412 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Taipei flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 17,848. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from PHL to Taipei. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Taipei across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PHL to Taipei by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Taipei.
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 about 40 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near TPE:
Begin your adventure 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 and explore beyond Taipei's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from PHL to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is around 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). After your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Taipei has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 45 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your PHL to Taipei flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the availability and rates from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from TSA four weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Taipei. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are usually higher and major attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Taipei in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Philadelphia International Airport to Taipei flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from PHL to Taipei around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Taipei right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Taipei:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are major attractions which should feature on every Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've seen Taipei, now it's time to explore other parts of Taiwan. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to tick off its popular sights. From Taichung Park to Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another corner 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.