Flying from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
Taipei is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) flying out of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Hop on a direct flight from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 14 hours 52 minutes.
New York is 12 hours behind Taipei. John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), with 16 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from TPE to JFK is the 17:30 China Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 19:20 with EVA Air.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Taipei to JFK.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
You can jump on a direct flight from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).
When taking off from TPE, you can take a direct flight from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport with China Airlines.
The distance from central Taipei to TPE is approximately 48 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)? Check out the fares leaving from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Take a direct flight from Taipei to JFK with EVA Air. This is one of the main airlines operating this route out of TSA.
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you'd like to do, here's where you can stop between Taipei Songshan Airport and JFK:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
TSA is around 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It'll take 19 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Taipei to JFK? Relax in a hotel near Taipei Songshan Airport before your holiday officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near JFK:
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
John F. Kennedy International Airport to central New York takes about 48 minutes in a car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
₹ 40,052 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 72,505. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
8 months is how far we recommend booking ahead to score flight tickets from Taipei to JFK.
To score the lowest price on your tickets from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport, schedule your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Not locked into specific dates? Use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit New York. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Taipei to JFK in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Travel in January for cooler conditions. Average temperatures range between -6ºC and 8ºC. However, this destination promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Taipei to John F. Kennedy International Airport.
More about New York
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All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building are must-visits when exploring New York.
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