Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo is 9 hours 20 minutes.
Tokyo is 17 hours ahead of Seattle, where Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located. Tokyo follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route. When looking for your flight, you can pick from 18 services each week between SEA and NRT.
Allow plenty of time to get on your SEA to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Begin your journey at SEA and travel straight to Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo tickets.
Direct flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo are operated by a range of airlines. Book your journey with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper plane ticket from SEA to Tokyo. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Seoul Incheon International Airport (ICN)
SEA is around 18 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near SEA. Whether you have an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
80% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of SEA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Tokyo
Rs103,144 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs203,435. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To snag cheap flights from SEA to Tokyo, reserve your journey five months before your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Booking your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks before your flight from SEA to Tokyo can help you lock in the lowest rate.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Once your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo has hit the tarmac, you can make your way to the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT).
The trip will take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SEA to Tokyo flight:
Get first dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider range of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo. March is the busiest month to travel to Tokyo. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 23ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 9ºC and 15ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SEA to Tokyo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Tokyo, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are just two of the big attractions to add to your Tokyo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience major highlights starting with Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.
