Airport Comparison
| POP | TPE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gregorio Luperon International Airport | Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport |
| IATA Code | POP | TPE |
| ICAO Code | MDPP | RCTP |
| City | Puerto Plata | Taipei |
| Country | Dominican Republic | Taiwan |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | Asia/Taipei |
| Elevation | 15 ft | 106 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.760000, -70.570000 | 25.080000, 121.230000 |
Puerto Plata (POP) to Taipei (TPE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 14,868 kilometers (9,239 miles / 8,028 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Dominican Republic with Taiwan. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:26 in Puerto Plata, it's 13:26 in Taipei. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Taipei (TPE) to Puerto Plata (POP) follows a heading of 15° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Gregorio Luperon International Airport (POP) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.