Airport Comparison
| MSL | TPE | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Northwest Alabama Regional Airport | Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport |
| IATA Code | MSL | TPE |
| ICAO Code | KMSL | RCTP |
| City | Muscle Shoals | Taipei |
| Country | United States | Taiwan |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Taipei |
| Elevation | 551 ft | 106 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.750000, -87.610000 | 25.080000, 121.230000 |
Muscle Shoals (MSL) to Taipei (TPE) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) in Muscle Shoals, United States to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 12,701 kilometers (7,892 miles / 6,858 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.
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 19:15 in Muscle Shoals, it's 09:15 in Taipei. With a 14-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 Muscle Shoals (MSL) follows a heading of 26° (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 Northwest Alabama Regional Airport (MSL) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.