Travelling from Taipei to Houston: what you need to know
Taipei is home to two main airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Taipei to Houston flying out of Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) or Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA).
Arrive in Houston at Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) or Houston Hobby Airport (HOU).
The average duration of a direct Taipei to Houston flight is 13 hours 50 minutes.
Houston's timezone is UTC-6, making Houston 14 hours behind Taipei.
The most popular route for flights from Taipei to Houston is from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH). There are seven weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TPE to IAH is the 21:20 EVA Air service. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the final departure is at 21:20 with EVA Air.
For a relaxed travel experience, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your Taipei to Houston flight.
Travelling over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Houston
Get cheap Taipei to Houston flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
The best month for finding cheap plane tickets from Taipei to Houston is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Taipei to Houston by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
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Flying from Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
Depart from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) on a nonstop flight from Taipei to Houston. From TPE, you can fly straight to Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH).
Secure your Taipei to Houston plane tickets with EVA Air. This carrier is a top pick for direct flights from TPE.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Taipei to Houston, these stays will have you sleeping nice and close to your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport, 73% land on schedule at their destination.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
You can get to TSA from the centre of Taipei in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to cover the 5 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Taipei to Houston? Check in to a hotel near Taipei Sung Shan Airport before your adventure officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
Flights from Taipei Sung Shan Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 92% of them landing on schedule.
Arriving in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH)
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport (IAH) to central Houston takes around 30 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Taipei to Houston, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near IAH:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Houston's usual tourist stops.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport around three weeks in advance of your Taipei to Houston flight.
IAH is situated at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Houston. Once you've disembarked your flight from Taipei to Houston, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take about 50 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to lay your head close to HOU. Kick back after your Taipei to Houston flight at one of these well-located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Houston Hobby Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Easirent, Dollar or Thrifty and set off in the blink of an eye.
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a bigger choice of vehicles.
The address for Houston Hobby Airport is 7800 Airport Boulevard.
Best time to go to Houston
July is the busiest month for flights from Taipei to Houston. To skip the crowds, visit Houston in September.
Before locking in your Taipei to Houston tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Houston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Taipei to Houston in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Houston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Houston right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Taipei to Houston:
Audrey Jones Beck Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and Houston Museum of Natural Science are just two of the top attractions to add to your Houston itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at The Menil Collection.
Explore more of the United States
Houston is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres west of Houston, a visit to San Antonio will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like San Antonio River Walk, Selena Quintanilla Mural and Historic Market Square.
Around 370 kilometres north of Houston, Dallas is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Dallas Symphony Orchestra at Meyerson Symphony Centre, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art.


