The flight distance from San Carlos Airport (SQL) in San Carlos, United States to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 10,407 kilometers (6,467 miles / 5,619 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 United States 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 00:26 in San Carlos, it's 16:26 in Taipei. With a 16-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 San Carlos (SQL) follows a heading of 45° (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 San Carlos Airport (SQL) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.