Airport Comparison
| SID | TPE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Amilcar Cabral International Airport | Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport |
| IATA Code | SID | TPE |
| ICAO Code | GVAC | RCTP |
| City | Espargos | Taipei |
| Country | Cape Verde | Taiwan |
| Timezone | Atlantic/Cape_Verde | Asia/Taipei |
| Elevation | 177 ft | 106 ft |
| Coordinates | 16.740000, -22.950000 | 25.080000, 121.230000 |
Espargos (SID) to Taipei (TPE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) in Espargos, Cape Verde to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 13,959 kilometers (8,674 miles / 7,537 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
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 Cape Verde with Taiwan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:07 in Espargos, it's 20:07 in Taipei. With a 9-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 Espargos (SID) follows a heading of 316° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Amilcar Cabral International Airport (SID) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.