Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Taipei: what you need to know
San Diego International Airport is located in San Diego. Operating on the UTC+8 timezone, Taipei is 15 hours ahead of San Diego.
To ensure you get on your flight from SAN to Taipei, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from SAN to Taipei with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
You won't need a visa for Taiwan if you hold a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your flight tickets from San Diego International Airport to Taipei, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Located around 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego, SAN can be reached in about 9 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SAN? If you're catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Taipei, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Taipei
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Taipei is C$561. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,340. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SAN to Taipei. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from San Diego International Airport to Taipei across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap tickets from SAN to Taipei every day.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Diego International Airport to Taipei, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 42 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 24 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Diego International Airport to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is roughly 6 kilometres from central Taipei. After your flight from San Diego International Airport to Taipei, it'll take you around 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 45 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near TSA. Unwind and get cozy after your flight from SAN to Taipei at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from San Diego International Airport to Taipei while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Taipei, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from San Diego International Airport to Taipei, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from SAN to Taipei sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from San Diego International Airport to Taipei, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei Zoo are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Taipei itinerary.
Complete your Taipei trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from San Diego International Airport to Taipei to track down amazing deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know about car rentals in Taipei, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.