The flight distance from Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 12,244 kilometers (7,608 miles / 6,611 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 Portugal with Taiwan. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:10 in Velas, it's 18:10 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 Velas (SJZ) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.