Travelling from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Taipei: what you need to know
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is 15 hours ahead of Santa Ana, where John Wayne Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your SNA to Taipei flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general 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 a breeze to book flight tickets from SNA to Taipei with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Santa Ana, SNA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to SNA? If you're catching an early flight from John Wayne Airport to Taipei, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
John Wayne Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 81.53% of flights that depart SNA arrive at their destination without delay.
SNA is located at 18601 Airport Way.
How to find the cheapest flights from John Wayne Airport (SNA) to Taipei
The best price we've found for a one-way John Wayne Airport to Taipei flight is R 7,790. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 14,494. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SNA to Taipei if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from John Wayne Airport to Taipei across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you when there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from SNA to Taipei.
Save on your flight from John Wayne Airport to Taipei with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from John Wayne Airport to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near TPE:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire to explore Taipei and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from SNA to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is located around 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). Once your flight from John Wayne Airport to Taipei has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your SNA to Taipei flight, unwind at a hotel close to TSA. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and be off and running.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from TSA four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Before securing your flights from John Wayne Airport to Taipei, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Taipei offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your John Wayne Airport to Taipei flight ticket, think about what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SNA 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
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from John Wayne Airport to Taipei, browse our selection of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are must-visits when exploring Taipei.
Explore more of Taiwan
T'ai-chung-shih is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Taipei. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, popular attractions include Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
Tainan is another favourite destination in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No trip is complete without dropping by Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.
