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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,134
Typical prices: C$ 1,062-C$ 1,615
Vietnam Airlines
Sat 10/3Sat 24/3
SFO - TPE • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 1,217
Typical prices: C$ 1,064-C$ 1,617
United Airlines
Fri 16/11Sun 9/12
SFO - TPE • Direct
Advice from real travellers
On EVA Air, get your documents checked at the gate before boarding begins.
EVA Air is strict on carry-on weight and may require checking heavier bags.
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Direct flights
You can fly direct with EVA Air, United Airlines, and others. Average duration is 14h 11m.
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 88% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 17% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 935 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (SFO-TPE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Wed, 10 Mar - Wed, 24 Mar
Vietnam Airlines Logo
9:10 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.SFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
32h 00m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam Airlines Logo
7:45 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 15m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
C$ 1,134Vietnam Airlines
Wed, 24 Mar - Thu, 15 Apr
Vietnam Airlines Logo
10:10 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.SFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
32h 00m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
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7:45 a.m. - 5:55 p.m.TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 10m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
C$ 1,136Vietnam Airlines
Thu, 21 Jan - Wed, 3 Mar
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:55 p.m. - 10:10 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
19h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
9:15 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
16h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 1,186Cathay Pacific
Wed, 24 Mar - Sat, 3 Apr
Vietnam Airlines Logo
10:10 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.SFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
32h 00m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam Airlines Logo
7:45 a.m. - 5:55 p.m.TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 10m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
C$ 1,190Vietnam Airlines
Wed, 24 Mar - Sat, 17 Apr
Vietnam Airlines Logo
10:10 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.SFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
32h 00m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
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7:45 a.m. - 5:55 p.m.TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 10m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
C$ 1,192Vietnam Airlines
Mon, 16 Nov - Thu, 18 Feb
United Airlines Logo
1:35 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.SFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
14h 15mdirect
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11:10 a.m. - 6:45 a.m.TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
11h 35mdirect
C$ 1,217United Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.SFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
24h 55m1 stop Incheon Intl
Asiana Airlines Logo
11:05 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
19h 05m1 stop Incheon Intl
C$ 1,231Asiana Airlines
Thu, 14 Jan - Tue, 16 Feb
Delta Logo
6:05 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.SFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
22h 25m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
10:55 a.m. - 5:52 p.m.TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
22h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
C$ 1,238Delta
Mon, 11 Jan - Sun, 21 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:25 a.m. - 12:50 a.m.SFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
21h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
10:25 p.m. - 9:45 a.m.TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
27h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
C$ 1,239Cathay Pacific
Sat, 16 Jan - Sun, 28 Feb
Vietnam Airlines Logo
9:10 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.SFO  San Francisco-TPE Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
32h 00m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam Airlines Logo
7:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.TPE  Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl-SFO San Francisco
25h 15m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
C$ 1,242Vietnam Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport typically range from C$ 1,062 to C$ 1,615. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,134, on Vietnam Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport. It's 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport at C$ 1,035 round-trip.
•December (C$ 2,244) and June (C$ 1,730) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 116% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 14% 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 San Francisco to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

 
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

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.

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

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

C$ 664
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport

When to book flights from San Francisco to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from San Francisco to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from San Francisco to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl 
HannahFlew with EVA Air-Jan 2026
The transfer in KUL was nice because the Malaysian airline staff waited for me at the arrival gate, and escorted me to the next departure gate to BKI. Otherwise, I'd be lost in that huge airport because who knows I had to take a tram to the next departure gate.
JackFlew with EVA Air-Feb 2026
Be sure to have the gate staff check your documents before boarding begins.
JackFlew with EVA Air-Feb 2026
Be sure to have the gate staff check your documents before boarding begins.
MarceloFlew with EVA Air-Nov 2024
EVA is strict with carry on weight. Had to check in my carry on luggage.

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 pm and lands at 2:11 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:50 pm and lands at 2:01 pm.

    The flight takes about 14h 11m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class

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

    A direct flight from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport takes 14h 11m, covering 16,711 km.

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport range from C$ 1,062 to C$ 1,615, with an average of C$ 1,253 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 1,062 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the C$ 1,253 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 935 round-trip via Beijing Capital (PEK), compared to C$ 1,257 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    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 Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights are:

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

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

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 122–C$ 122 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

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

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

    Night is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights, with 71% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 28%, Morning flights for 1%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport 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 C$ 1,134 to C$ 10,863. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about C$ 709.

  • What car rental options are available at Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport (TPE)?

    Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport (TPE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 82 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

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

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

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

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

    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 Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 09m.

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

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

    • Incheon Intl (ICN) – 49% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,176 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at C$ 1,351, a difference of C$ 175.

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

  • Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

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

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

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

    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).

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

    Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport is 16 hours ahead of San Francisco (Taipei Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport are Beitou Hot Springs Museum, Taipei 101, and Taipei International Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport 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
    • Asiana Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection

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

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

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

    • EVA Air: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • China Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

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

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 1,176, about C$ 175 less than Friday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 14% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 1,035 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 1,209 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with STARLUX Airlines. Over the past three months, 88% of STARLUX Airlines flights from San Francisco to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 81%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 09m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Beijing Capital Airport (PEK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 935 round-trip on this route – about C$ 322 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from San Francisco to Taipei City?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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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