Flying from Sacramento to Tokyo: what you need to know
Sacramento's main base, Sacramento International Airport (SMF), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Sacramento to Tokyo.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the major entry points.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo 16 hours ahead of Sacramento.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Sacramento to Tokyo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're getting away during a popular month like August, get to the terminal even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Tokyo
To pick up cheap Sacramento to Tokyo flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for your plane ticket from Sacramento to Tokyo.
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Flying from Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Sacramento to Tokyo flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sacramento International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
SMF is around 14 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
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Sacramento International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SMF land on schedule 82.15% of the time.
SMF is located at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 14 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Sacramento to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your Sacramento to Tokyo flight.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is approximately 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). After your flight from Sacramento to Tokyo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 1 hour.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near NRT. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Sacramento to Tokyo:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Pick up a Narita International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Sacramento to Tokyo. April is the most popular month for a trip to Tokyo. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your Sacramento to Tokyo tickets, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for cheap flights from Sacramento to Tokyo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Sacramento to Tokyo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are popular attractions which should be on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Japan just waiting to be explored. About 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a visit to Yokohama will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another essential stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
