Flying from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Taipei: what you need to know
Taipei is 12 hours ahead of Pittsburgh, where Pittsburgh International Airport is located. Taipei runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
To avoid rushing for your PIT to Taipei flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from PIT to Taipei. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Central Pittsburgh to PIT is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near PIT. Whether you have an early flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Taipei or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights departing from Pittsburgh International Airport, 76.88% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find PIT at 1000 Airport Boulevard.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Taipei
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Pittsburgh International Airport to Taipei flight is P29,641. The cheapest price for a return flight is P47,779. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from PIT to Taipei, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Pittsburgh International Airport to Taipei throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an extra saving on cheap flights from PIT to Taipei.
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Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to TPE if you're coming in on a late flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Taipei. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and explore beyond Taipei's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from PIT to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
The centre of Taipei is about 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). After your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Taipei has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
The trip will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your PIT to Taipei flight, settle in at a hotel near TSA. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and be off and running.
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from TSA four weeks in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Before you book your flights from Pittsburgh International Airport to Taipei, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Taipei offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Lock in a Pittsburgh International Airport to Taipei plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from PIT to Taipei around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Taipei
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Taipei right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Taipei:
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Taipei to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Taiwan just waiting to be explored. Around 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a trip to T'ai-chung-shih will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Taichung Park, Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park.
Around 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei, Tainan is another favourite stop in Taiwan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House.
