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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Taipei City:

• Earliest: departs at 12:10 am and lands at 2:16 pm
• Latest: departs at 11:50 pm and lands at 1:56 pm.

The flight takes about 14h 06m.

Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Taipei City:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

Prices vary by airline.

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Taipei City takes 14h 06m, covering 6,442 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Taipei City range from $760 to $1,166, with an average of $899 over the past 12 months. Anything below $760 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the $899 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $669 round-trip via Beijing Capital (PEK), compared to $899 for nonstop.

STARLUX Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while EVA Air has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on San Francisco to Taipei City flights are:

• STARLUX Airlines: 88% on time
• EVA Air: 83% on time
• United Airlines: 80% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $54–$75 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Night is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Taipei City flights, with 71% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, morning flights for 1%, and evening flights for 0%.

Since Taipei City is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport (TPE) — daily rates from around $20:

• Budget
• Avis
• Good Car Rental
• Cyuan Guo Car Rental
• CARBOOKING

Near Taipei City Sung Shan Airport (TSA) — daily rates from around $26:

• Good Car Rental
• Budget
• Avis
• Alamo
• CarPlus

Flights from San Francisco to Taipei City usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and may arrive at several airports in Taipei City area, including Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) and Taipei City Sung Shan (TSA).

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to Taipei City route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 09m.

One-stop flights from San Francisco to Taipei City most commonly connect through:

• Incheon Intl (ICN) - 45% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) - 14% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 10% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from San Francisco to Taipei City. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $842 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $965, a difference of $123.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

4 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Taipei City. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• EVA Air
• United Airlines
• China Airlines
• STARLUX Airlines

Flying via Tokyo Narita (NRT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 52m, compared with 18h 38m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 19h 37m via Los Angeles (LAX).

Taipei City is 15 hours ahead of San Francisco (Taipei Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Taipei City are Taipei 101, Shilin Night Market and Taipei International Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Taipei City on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Taipei City flights:

• EVA Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• China Airlines: offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• STARLUX Airlines: offers free seat selection
• Air China: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• EVA Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• China Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Japan Airlines offers seat selection options for passengers traveling in First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class. Seat selection can be made at the time of booking, or up to 20 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time of the flight from San Francisco to Taipei City. Japan Airlines also offers a seating map that shows where babies and toddlers are sitting on the plane.

United Airlines offers a range of services to economy passengers. All economy passengers on United flights from San Francisco to Taipei City receive complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and snacks on flights. For a fee, passengers can also purchase alcoholic beverages and a variety of food options based on the route and duration of the flight. Passengers flying in Economy Plus can also enjoy additional legroom and a greater seat recline for a fee.

China Airlines offers several class seat options on its flights from San Francisco to Taipei City, including Economy, Premium Economy, Business Class, and First Class. Each class offers different levels of service and amenities, such as increased legroom, more comfortable seats, and enhanced meal options.

There are various transportation options from TPE to the city center. The Airport MRT (mass rapid transit) is the fastest option, with express trains taking approximately 35 minutes to reach Taipei Main Station. Another option is to take a bus, which involves multiple routes depending on the desired destination and can take between 40 to 90 minutes to reach the city center. Taxis and ride-hailing services are also available, but these options may be more expensive and subject to traffic.