Flying from Minneapolis to Taipei: what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Minneapolis. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Minneapolis to Taipei taking off from here.
When working out where to arrive in Taipei, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) are the primary gateways.
Taipei is 13 hours ahead of Minneapolis and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Minneapolis to Taipei flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Taipei
To pick up cheap Minneapolis to Taipei flights, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Minneapolis to Taipei across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from Minneapolis to Taipei by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' Minneapolis to Taipei flights.
Flying from Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
We make it a cinch to find a Minneapolis to Taipei flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Haneda Airport (HND)
Travelling from central Minneapolis to MSP takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Minneapolis to Taipei or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport's on-time performance, 77.37% of flights complete their journey on time.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is approximately 27 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 40 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis to Taipei, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near TPE:
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 to explore Taipei and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks in advance of your Minneapolis to Taipei flight.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
After your flight from Minneapolis to Taipei has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is approximately 5 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 45 minutes or so.
After your flight from Minneapolis to Taipei, settle in at a hotel close to TSA. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS make picking up a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at TSA can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Taipei
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Minneapolis to Taipei. August is the most popular month to travel to Taipei. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 32ºC. Lock in your Minneapolis to Taipei ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Minneapolis to Taipei in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 19ºC.
More about Taipei
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Taipei right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Taipei:
Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Taipei travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
Taipei will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Taiwan you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres south-west of Taipei, a trip to T'ai-chung-shih will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Taichung Park, Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Taiwan, consider Tainan, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are highlights.
