Flying from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE): What you need to know
New York's main base, New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
Around 16 hours 30 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight.
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8, which is 13 hours ahead of New York. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is located in Taipei.
The most popular route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), with 11 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from JFK to TPE is the 12:05am EVA Air option. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 11:50pm with China Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from New York to TPE.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. If you're traveling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Nonstop flights from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) can be booked from here.
You can lock in a direct flight from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport with EVA Air. This well-known airline offers services from JFK.
Most passengers choose to book seats with EVA Air between JFK and TPE.
Among carriers operating on this route, EVA Air has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to TPE. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Traveling from central New York to JFK takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 24 kilometers in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to New York John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
73% of flights that take off from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Split up your flight from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Newark Liberty International Airport and TPE are:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 24 kilometers away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your New York to TPE flight? Relax in a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 71%. This figure highlights how often flights that leave from this airport land on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Choosing a plane ticket from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) with a stop or two can offer you a bigger choice of departure times and access to cheaper fares. When jetting off from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA), here's where you can detour to on the way to TPE:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
LGA is around 13 kilometers from central New York. Driving from the city center to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're setting off early:
Flights that take off from LGA arrive at their final stop on schedule 69% of the time.
New York LaGuardia Airport is located at Hangar 7 Center.
About Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks before your New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport flight.
Getting from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei
Central Taipei is around 40 kilometers from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport and takes about 40 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car rental, cab or ride-share.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
At the moment, $449 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $938. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from New York to TPE if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Cheap New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
February is when most people book flights from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Plan your visit to Taipei in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a New York to TPE plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF).
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from New York to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Taipei 101 Observatory and Taipei 101 are a couple of popular attractions to add to your Taipei travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Shilin Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taichung is just one of the many cities in Taiwan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Taipei. Around 121 kilometers away to the southwest, its best attractions include Chenghuangmiao, Taichung Tianhou Temple and Paochueh Temple.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Taiwan, consider Tainan, about 257 kilometers southwest of Taipei. Chi Mei Museum, Blueprint Culture & Creative Park and Anping Fort are key reasons to visit.