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Cheapest round-trip
$739
Typical prices: $744-$1,168
Delta, Korean Air
Wed 11/21Wed 12/5
TPE - SFO • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$755
Typical prices: $759-$1,214
United Airlines
Mon 10/8Wed 10/17
TPE - SFO • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
Bring a neck rest or blanket for this long EVA Air flight; ask for ear plugs onboard.
At San Francisco, immigration is usually quick; ask staff if passport lines seem unclear.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with EVA Air, United Airlines and others. Average duration is 11h 23m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 10% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $621 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 16h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Taipei City to San Francisco (TPE-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Taipei City to San Francisco

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Dec 5
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10:55 am - 1:52 pmTPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
18h 57m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Los Angeles Los Angeles
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11:45 am - 11:00 amSFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
31h 15m1 stop Incheon Intl
$739Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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6:55 pm - 10:40 amTPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
30h 45m1 stop Incheon Intl
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12:50 pm - 5:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
38h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl
$740Korean Air
Thu, Sep 24 - Tue, Oct 13
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2:30 pm - 11:15 amTPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
11h 45mnonstop
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2:25 pm - 6:45 pmSFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
13h 20mnonstop
$755United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Jan 10
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9:50 am - 6:35 amTPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
11h 45mnonstop
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1:35 pm - 7:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
14h 15mnonstop
$755United Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 7
STARLUX Airlines Logo
12:05 am - 8:10 pmTPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
11h 05mnonstop
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11:10 pm - 5:15 amSFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
14h 05mnonstop
$783STARLUX Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Nov 7
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12:05 am - 8:30 pmTPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
11h 25mnonstop
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11:10 pm - 5:15 amSFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
14h 05mnonstop
$783STARLUX Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 13
China Airlines Logo
11:30 pm - 7:55 pmTPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
11h 25mnonstop
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1:05 am - 5:35 amSFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
13h 30mnonstop
$794China Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 7
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9:55 pm - 8:45 pmTPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
37h 50m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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10:40 pm - 8:55 pmSFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
30h 15m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$795Philippine Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 14
China Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 6:45 pmTPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
11h 00mnonstop
China Airlines Logo
11:40 pm - 5:45 amSFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
14h 05mnonstop
$798China Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 21
Philippine Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 7:45 pmTPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 35m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
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10:40 pm - 9:00 amSFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
18h 20m1 stop Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
$798Philippine Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 52% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

  • March is the cheapest month to fly from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco at $748 round-trip.
  • July ($1,289) and June ($1,178) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 72% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco the cheapest?

Flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Taipei City to San Francisco

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on EVA Air and STARLUX Airlines

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on China Airlines

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Key details for Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$394
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 42% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Taipei City to San Francisco

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Flights from Taipei City to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Taipei City to San Francisco 
Verified travelerFlew with EVA Air-Jan 2026
It is a long flight so be prepared some book to read, play sudoko to relax mind or bring your own soothing blanket or neck rest to sleep on the plane. Do not forget to ask for ear plugs to block the noise if you needed.
Verified travelerFlew with EVA Air-Jan 2026
Going through immigration services is pretty quick. The agents were nice and efficient. But there is not distinct direction for foreign vs US passport. There should be someone there direction traffic. Don’t be afraid to ask. That is why they are there. My last visit, everyone just picked a side and guessed. There was a mix of both and we all got through. So I don’t think it’s as big a deal in SF that it is in other places. You all end up at the same baggage claim anyways.

Your Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flights?

    Among airlines operating Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flights:

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

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

  • What airlines are available from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

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

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco usually depart from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flights?

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

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

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

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $621 round-trip via Hong Kong Intl (HKG), compared to $856 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 777-300ER family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by EVA Air and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco pass through?

    One-stop flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

    • Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) - 48% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Tokyo Narita (NRT) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $789 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,259, a difference of $470. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    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 Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco route, 27% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 42 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flights, with 57% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 29%, evening flights for 14%, and afternoon flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:05 am and lands at 11:28 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:45 pm and lands at 11:08 am.

    The flight takes about 11h 23m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 13% above the route average of $828. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    A nonstop flight from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco takes 11h 23m, covering 6,452 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $697 to $5,714. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco looking right now?

    One-way fares from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $442, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does United Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flights?

    United 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 Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flights are:

    • United Airlines: 90% on time
    • EVA Air: 74% on time
    • STARLUX Airlines: 70% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 73% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco?

    Flying via Tokyo Narita (NRT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 50m, compared with 17h 32m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 18h 20m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG).

  • What is the time difference between Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport and San Francisco?

    San Francisco is 15 hours behind Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport (Pacific Time vs Taipei Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Thrifty
    • Europcar
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Fox

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flight?

    Round-trip flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco range from $744 to $1,168, with an average of $828 over the past 12 months. Anything below $744 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flights?

    EVA Air is the only airline on the Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $789 - about $470 less than Sunday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco trip for March. Fares historically average $748 round-trip in that month - typically $541 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, United Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 90% of United Airlines flights from Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport to San Francisco arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 73%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 42 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $621 round-trip on this route - about $235 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.
    - Grand Hyatt At Sfo

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Direct departures

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl to San Francisco

Monday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Tuesday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Wednesday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Thursday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Friday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Saturday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Sunday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Monday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Tuesday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Wednesday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Thursday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Friday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Saturday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

Sunday

China Airlines,EVA Air,STARLUX Airlines, +1 more

China Airlines,EVA Air, +2 more

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