$384 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Taipei (TPE)

View $384 flight on Thu, Oct 2, 2025Opens in a new window

Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Taipei (SFO-TPE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $384 for one-way flights and $718 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Asiana Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Wed, Oct 15
SFO
San Francisco
TPE
Taipei
$718 Roundtrip, just found
$718
Roundtrip
just found
Select Asiana Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from San Francisco to Taipei, returning Wed, Oct 15, priced at $718 just found
Philippine Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Fri, Nov 7
SFO
San Francisco
TPE
Taipei
$720 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$720
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Francisco to Taipei, returning Fri, Nov 7, priced at $720 found 5 days ago
Philippine Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Tue, Oct 21
SFO
San Francisco
TPE
Taipei
$721 Roundtrip, just found
$721
Roundtrip
just found
Select Philippine Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Francisco to Taipei, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $721 just found
Vietnam Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 22
SFO
San Francisco
TPE
Taipei
$729 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$729
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Vietnam Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Francisco to Taipei, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $729 found 1 hour ago
China Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 31
SFO
San Francisco
TPE
Taipei
$735 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$735
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select China Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from San Francisco to Taipei, returning Sat, Jan 31, priced at $735 found 3 hours ago
United
Wed, Oct 8 - Fri, Oct 17
SFO
San Francisco
TPE
Taipei
$742 Roundtrip, just found
$742
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from San Francisco to Taipei, returning Fri, Oct 17, priced at $742 just found
Delta
Sun, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 23
SFO
San Francisco
TPE
Taipei
$757 Roundtrip, just found
$757
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from San Francisco to Taipei, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $757 just found
Korean Air
Tue, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 10
SFO
San Francisco
TPE
Taipei
$761 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$761
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Korean Air flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Francisco to Taipei, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $761 found 1 hour ago
Japan Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 4
SFO
San Francisco
TSA
Taipei
$778 Roundtrip, just found
$778
Roundtrip
just found
Select Japan Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from San Francisco to Taipei, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $778 just found
Cathay Pacific
Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Jan 12
SFO
San Francisco
TPE
Taipei
$787 Roundtrip, just found
$787
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cathay Pacific flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from San Francisco to Taipei, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $787 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Taipei (TPE)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $697 - $878 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Taipei

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Songshan TSA. Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 5 minutes. Flights from $1,282
TSA
Songshan
Closest
Average driving time to city center5 min
Flights from $1,282
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Taipei (TPE)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Taoyuan Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air China, All Nippon Airways, American Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta, EVA Airways, Emirates, Japan Airlines, KLM, Korean Air, Philippine Airlines, STARLUX Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United, Vietnam Airlines
Roundtrip price
$717
Distance
6455 mi
Average flight time
27 hours 54 mins

San Francisco to Taipei Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Taipei

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Francisco to Taipei are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Taipei with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Taipei

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Taipei: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Taipei

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Francisco to Taipei in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $384 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Francisco to Taipei flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Francisco to Taipei airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

*Terms apply.

 

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE) cost?
Score affordable return tickets from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE) starting at $742. Book your seat and start your adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SFO on July 27 2025 and touching down at TPE. The price was last updated on June 30 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SFO to TPE?
The cheapest flights from SFO to TPE are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE)?
Skip the layovers and fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE) with 4 airlines, including:

  • EVA Air
  • United Airlines
  • Starlux Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from SFO to TPE?
With prices starting from $445 for a one-way journey from SFO to TPE, China Airlines is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SFO on August 31 2025. Prices were last updated on June 30 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE)?
With, on average, 6 nonstop flights departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE) every day, you'll be up in the air in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE)?
Flights between SFO and TPE are busiest at 11 PM. For a quieter trip and potentially cheaper tickets, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to TPE?
Travel on a Saturday if you're looking for the largest selection of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 12:00PM UTC-8, departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). You'll be in the air for about 14h, reaching Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE) at approximately 6:00PM UTC+8.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE)?
Flights from SFO to TPE have an average travel time of 14 hours and 6 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 6,500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to TPE?
EVA Air has the best track record for on-time direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE), with an on-time rating of 94%. Use the Expedia App to see your journey status before you leave and get notified of any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE)?
Opt for a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Taipei from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE) is the only airport in Taipei with direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Browse the options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SFO to TPE just before your getaway is typically more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your travel times and dates, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to TPE flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing a SFO to TPE flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Taoyuan Intl. Airport (TPE)?
If you reserved your SFO to TPE flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more information.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

*Available to One Key members.