Flying from Taipei to Seattle: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Taipei. Check out your options leaving from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) or Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA) when reserving your flight from Taipei to Seattle.
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Seattle Lake Union SPB Airport (LKE) are Seattle's major entry points.
The average length of a direct Taipei to Seattle flight is 10 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-8, which is 16 hours behind Taipei.
With 29 weekly flights between the two airports, Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Taipei to Seattle with Delta Air Lines at 09:25. If you'd like to get more out of your day before taking off, the latest departure from TPE to SEA is with EVA Air at 23:40.
To ensure you get on your Taipei to Seattle flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Seattle
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Taipei to Seattle flights if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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Flying from Taipei
Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Taipei to Seattle, you can leave from Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport (TPE). Get from TPE to Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) without any stops.
You'll find a variety of airlines offering direct Taipei to Seattle plane tickets with departures from TPE, including:
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Taipei, TPE can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Taipei to Seattle, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
73% of flights that depart Taipei Taiwan Taoyuan Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Taipei Sung Shan Airport (TSA)
You can get to TSA from central Taipei in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near Taipei Sung Shan Airport the day before your flight from Taipei to Seattle:
Flights from Taipei Sung Shan Airport are known for their punctuality, with 92% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
It usually takes 35 minutes to get there on public transport.
Book a hotel near SEA if you have a late flight from Taipei to Seattle. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Seattle / Tacoma International Airport rental car and discover Seattle and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Europcar and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport about one week in advance of your Taipei to Seattle flight.
Paine Field Airport (PAE)
Central Seattle is about 32 kilometres from Paine Field Airport (PAE). After your flight from Taipei to Seattle has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 40 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to PAE. Settle in and get cosy after your Taipei to Seattle flight at one of these well-located options:
Why waste time waiting for public transport? A Paine Field Airport rental car lets you get moving right away. Find the perfect playlist and hit the highway with a set of wheels from Budget or Enterprise.
Get the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left, by reserving your ride from PAE before your arrival. You can also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during peak travel times.
Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI)
Travel to the centre after your flight from Taipei to Seattle has touched down. Central Seattle is about 11 kilometres from Seattle Boeing Fld Airport (BFI) and takes roughly 20 minutes to reach by car.
If you travel by public transport, the journey time is around 35 minutes.
Begin your trip without stressing over how to get to your next stop with a Seattle Boeing Fld Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with trusted suppliers here like Alamo, Budget and Avis.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Taipei to Seattle is always a good idea. As well as better deals, you'll likely have a better variety of makes and models to choose from at BFI.
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Taipei to Seattle. July is the busiest month to travel to Seattle. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your Taipei to Seattle tickets, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Look for cheap flights from Taipei to Seattle in February if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Taipei to Seattle, explore our range of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Space Needle, Pike Place Fish Market and The Museum of Flight are must-do's during your Seattle adventure.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Seattle, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey around 241 kilometres south to Portland to tick off its popular sights. From Portland Japanese Garden to Peninsula Park Rose Garden and International Rose Test Garden, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, head for Spokane, roughly 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes are among its highlights.