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$471+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE)

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IAD — TPE
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
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1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$982
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$471
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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February

Average price

$915
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This China Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/27:31 amIAD - TPE
1 stop25h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/1511:30 pmTPE - IAD
1 stop18h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$972
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/113:00 pmIAD - TPE
1 stop38h 40mTurkish Airlines
Tue 3/1810:35 amTPE - IAD
1 stop38h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 2/20$982
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/155:35 pmIAD - TPE
2 stops30h 05mAir China
Fri 3/211:15 pmTPE - IAD
1 stop37h 55mAir China
Deal found 2/20$1,099
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/17:31 amIAD - TPE
2 stops29h 04mCathay Pacific
Wed 4/309:05 pmTPE - IAD
2 stops31h 33mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/20$1,145
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/276:02 amIAD - TPE
2 stops24h 48mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/182:45 pmTPE - IAD
2 stops20h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,189
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1312:50 pmIAD - TPE
1 stop34h 10mKorean Air
Mon 3/177:25 pmTPE - IAD
1 stop27h 25mKorean Air
Deal found 2/19$1,191
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:00 amIAD - TPE
2 stops26h 05mDelta
Tue 4/89:25 amTPE - IAD
2 stops22h 19mDelta
Deal found 2/20$1,203
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:45 amIAD - TPE
2 stops26h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2810:35 amTPE - IAD
2 stops23h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,224
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/247:00 amIAD - TPE
2 stops40h 15mJapan Airlines
Thu 10/210:00 amTPE - IAD
2 stops31h 55mJapan Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,305
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/258:20 amIAD - TPE
2 stops32h 50mAir Canada
Mon 10/611:30 pmTPE - IAD
2 stops33h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 2/19$1,315

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Washington, D.C.Taipei City

IAD - TPE

IADTPE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/2

7:31 am-9:30 pm

1 stop25h 59m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Tue 4/15

11:30 pm-5:34 am

1 stop18h 04m

$972

Washington, D.C.Taipei City

IAD - TPE

IADTPE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/11

10:25 pm-9:05 am

1 stop22h 40m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Tue 5/13

9:40 pm-10:45 am

1 stop25h 05m

$982

Washington, D.C.Taipei City

IAD - TPE

IADTPE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/15

5:35 pm-11:40 am

2 stops30h 05m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Fri 3/21

1:15 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop37h 55m

$1,099

Washington, D.C.Taipei City

IAD - TPE

IADTPE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/1

7:31 am-12:35 am

2 stops29h 04m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Wed 4/30

9:05 pm-4:38 pm

2 stops31h 33m

$1,145

Washington, D.C.Taipei City

IAD - TPE

IADTPE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/23

12:45 pm-4:05 am

2 stops27h 20m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Thu 5/1

9:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$1,189

Washington, D.C.Taipei City

IAD - TPE

IADTPE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/13

12:50 pm-11:00 am

1 stop34h 10m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Mon 3/17

7:25 pm-10:50 am

1 stop27h 25m

$1,191

Washington, D.C.Taipei City

IAD - TPE

IADTPE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/10

6:00 am-8:05 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Tue 4/8

9:25 am-7:44 pm

2 stops22h 19m

$1,203

Washington, D.C.Taipei City

IAD - TPE

IADTPE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/25

8:20 am-5:10 am

2 stops32h 50m

Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Mon 10/6

11:30 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops33h 30m

$1,315

Washington, D.C.Taipei City

IAD - TPE

IADTPE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/29

4:03 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops41h 27m

$471

Washington, D.C.Taipei City

IAD - TPE

IADTPE

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/12

12:50 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop41h 20m

$659

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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 15 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport (average of $878). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,495). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IAD to TPE?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 42% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Taiwan Taoyuan Intl by month

Plan your trip to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport ranges from 2.7 - 11.7 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.7 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Taiwan Taoyuan Intl by month

Plan your trip to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Taiwan Taoyuan Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Korean Air, China Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Taipei City. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
820 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very good
1,037 reviews

Food

8.1

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

ATL - SBN

Regional jets are small and uncomfortable. When flying in or out of South Bend airport, that's usually what I'm on. It's the price one pays for the great convenience of using a small airport (cheap parking, no lines). The CRJ900 has engines attached to the fuselage near the rear of the plane. So, very loud in the back of the plane, and I happened to have the far back corner that also had no window. Oh well, a short flight and pleasant neighbor and cheerful attendant.

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at $982, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cathay Pacific and Air China. Turkish Airlines is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Korean Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $659. United Airlines flights start at $687 while deals on Air Canada start at $1,030 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl to Taiwan Taoyuan Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport (average of $878). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,495). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$838Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
ANACheapest$984Average$1,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,196Average$1,374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$1,238Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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