The flight distance from Lake Cumberland Regional Airport (SME) in Somerset, United States to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan is 12,596 kilometers (7,827 miles / 6,801 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 13:10 in Somerset, it's 02:10 in Taipei. With a 13-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 Somerset (SME) follows a heading of 22° (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 Lake Cumberland Regional Airport (SME) and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.