Flying from Columbus to Taipei: what you need to know
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is Columbus's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Taipei jetting off from here.
Touch down in Taipei at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
Taipei is 12 hours ahead of Columbus and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you make your Columbus to Taipei flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule to follow.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, get to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Christmas and New Year.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Taipei
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Columbus to Taipei flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Columbus to Taipei across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Columbus to Taipei.
Find a cheap Columbus to Taipei flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Flying from Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your Columbus to Taipei flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Travelling from central Columbus to CMH takes about 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 10 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Columbus to Taipei or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.5% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
CMH is located at 4600 International Gateway.
Arriving in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Columbus to Taipei, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near TPE:
Grab a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car and discover Taipei and beyond with your own wheels. 固得租車, IWS rent a car and Chih-hang car hire are well-known companies you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) is around 5 kilometres from central Taipei. Following your flight from Columbus to Taipei, it takes approximately 20 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 45 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near TSA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Columbus to Taipei:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from 固得租車, Ho Ing and CARPLUS.
Avoid potential price surges. Reserving your ride four weeks before your arrival at TSA will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Taipei
April is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Taipei, while August is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Taipei based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Columbus to Taipei ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Taipei to range from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Columbus to Taipei in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 19ºC on average.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Columbus to Taipei, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Ximending Night Market are highlights which should be on every Taipei itinerary.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've visited Taipei, now it's time to explore other corners of Taiwan. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its popular sights. From Taichung Park to Lifu Museum of Chinese Medicine. China Medical University and 柳川藍帶水岸, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Tainan is another must-experience destination 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.
