Taoyuan to Seattle (TPE–SEA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TPE–SEA is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. EVA Air, Delta Air Lines and STARLUX lead the route. The flight covers 6,063 miles in approximately 10h 4m. Beyond nonstop, 28 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BR EVA Air | 10 | 781 | 10h14-10h50 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 7 | 359 | 11h05 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| JX STARLUX | 7 | 359 | 11h | – | – | – |
| CI China Airlines | 5 | 359 | 10h04 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| SJX SJX | 2 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
TPE: CST · SEA: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Taoyuan, it's 3:00 AM in Seattle.
Taiwan is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Taiwanese passport holders can enter the United States for up to 90 days without a visa, but must obtain an approved ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before boarding. Apply at the official CBP site. ESTA costs USD 21, is valid for 2 years, and covers multiple entries. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the planned stay. The 90-day limit cannot be extended, and overstaying voids future ESTA eligibility.
The Airport MRT (Taoyuan Airport Line) connects Taipei Main Station to the airport in 35 minutes for TWD $160 (express) or 50 minutes for TWD $150 (commuter). Trains run from 06:00 to 23:00. Bus services (Kuo-Kuang and others) also connect central Taipei to Taoyuan for around TWD $125, but are slower.Taxis from Taipei city centre cost TWD $1,200–1,600 depending on traffic; the national freeway (No. 2) is the standard driving route. Self-drive parking is available in multi-storey structures at both terminals.
Link Light Rail from the airport station (inside the terminal) to downtown Seattle takes 38 minutes ($3.50). No transfers needed; trains run 5am to 1am daily.Taxis and ride-shares to downtown cost $35–55. For Bellevue and Eastside destinations (across Lake Washington), ride-share is faster than Link. Car rentals are in the consolidated rental facility; take the free shuttle from baggage claim. Sound Transit buses serve Tacoma, Renton, and Federal Way.
Marine west coast climate. Winters are mild but persistently grey and rainy (3–9°C). Snow is rare at sea level but can occur December through February, causing significant disruptions when it does. The airport sits between Seattle and Tacoma in an area that receives more fog and low cloud than downtown Seattle.
Summers are famously pleasant (18–25°C) with low humidity and mostly clear skies, one of the best flying climates in the US from June through September. The wettest months are November through January.
TPE–SEA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TPE to SEA
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) are connected by nonstop service from EVA Air, China Airlines, Delta Air Lines, STARLUX and SJX. With 29 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
TPE to SEA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TPE to SEA ranges from 10 hours 4 minutes to 11 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 6,063 miles (9,757 km). There are approximately 29 weekly flights outbound and 34 return, totaling 63 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 16 hours via CKG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.