Travelling from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the two main airports in Tokyo.
9 hours 18 minutes is the time it takes on average for a direct flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
Seattle is 16 hours behind Tokyo. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is located in Seattle, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
With 20 direct flights a week between the two airports, Haneda Airport (HND) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the busiest route. Delta operates the earliest flight at 16:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest departure from HND to SEA is with ANA (All Nippon Airways) at 21:15.
To ensure you catch your flight from Tokyo to SEA, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) can be booked from this terminal.
When taking off from HND, you can take a direct flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with ANA (All Nippon Airways).
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from Tokyo to SEA leaving from Haneda Airport (HND), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
The distance from central Tokyo to HND is approximately 16 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Catching an early flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Haneda Airport:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) has direct flights from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Japan Airlines has direct flights from Tokyo to SEA leaving from NRT. Book your preferred aisle seat and get to your destination in a single hop.
Break up your flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Narita International Airport and SEA are:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Driving from central Tokyo to NRT usually takes 58 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's around 64 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Tokyo to SEA, kick back in one of these hotels close to Narita International Airport:
About Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Getting from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle
From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Seattle is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 54 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is Rs105,885. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs201,755. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from Tokyo to SEA by booking 3 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
December is the cheapest month for tickets from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Seattle in May when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Lock in your flights from Tokyo to SEA in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap flights from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Gas Works - Lake View Point and Queen Anne Bowl Playfield are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Seattle to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at LMN Architects.
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