Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Taipei: what you need to know
San Antonio International Airport is located in San Antonio. Following the UTC+8 timezone, Taipei is 13 hours ahead of San Antonio.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your SAT to Taipei flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at security and check-in are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SAT to Taipei with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Located around 13 kilometres from central San Antonio, SAT can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near SAT. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Taipei or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:
San Antonio International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 83.17% of flights that take off from SAT arrive at their destination on time.
SAT's address is 9800 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Taipei
$756 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Taipei flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $1,393. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from SAT to Taipei. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from San Antonio International Airport to Taipei is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the best prices throughout the month and score an awesome deal.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Taipei by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel near TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from San Antonio International Airport to Taipei. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Taipei and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from SAT to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Once your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Taipei has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you travel by public transport, you'll reach the centre in 45 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near TSA. Settle in and get cosy after your SAT to Taipei flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare rates and availability from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at TSA will help you save.
Best time to go to Taipei
Travel to Taipei in peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from San Antonio International Airport to Taipei in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a San Antonio International Airport to Taipei plane ticket with a departure in July to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAT to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Taipei, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Taipei:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei 101 and Ximending Night Market are major attractions which should feature on any good Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've seen Taipei, now it's time to discover other parts of Taiwan. Travel around 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to tick off its top sights. From Taichung Park to Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Tainan is another essential stop in Taiwan and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. No trip is complete without a visit to Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.
