Airport Comparison
| AZS | TPE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Samana El Catey International Airport | Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport |
| IATA Code | AZS | TPE |
| ICAO Code | MDCY | RCTP |
| City | Samana | Taipei |
| Country | Dominican Republic | Taiwan |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | Asia/Taipei |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 106 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.270000, -69.740000 | 25.080000, 121.230000 |
Samana (AZS) to Taipei (TPE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) in Samana, Dominican Republic to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 14,943 kilometers (9,285 miles / 8,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 346°.
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 11:25 in Samana, it's 23:25 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 Samana (AZS) 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 Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.