Flying from Tokyo to Seattle: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Tokyo to Seattle. Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the main airports in Tokyo.
When it comes to planning your arrival in Seattle, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the major entry points.
Around 9 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Tokyo to Seattle flight.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is 16 hours behind Tokyo.
With 14 weekly flights between the two airports, Haneda Airport (HND) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the busiest route. Hop on the earliest flight from Tokyo to Seattle with Delta Air Lines at 16:05. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from HND to SEA is with ANA at 21:15.
To ensure you get on your Tokyo to Seattle flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Seattle
At the moment, $549 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Seattle. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,143. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book nine months before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Tokyo to Seattle flights.
Schedule your trip for December. That's the best month for scoring great bargains on plane tickets from Tokyo to Seattle. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Set off from Haneda Airport (HND) on a nonstop flight from Tokyo to Seattle. From HND, you can fly directly into Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Secure your Tokyo to Seattle plane tickets with Delta Air Lines. This carrier is a top choice for direct flights from HND.
We make it a breeze to find a Tokyo to Seattle flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Haneda Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
HND is around 14 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
After a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Haneda Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Seattle or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Haneda Airport, data shows 73.52% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Prefer to jet off from Narita International Airport (NRT)? This popular hub offers direct flights from Tokyo to Seattle, seamlessly connecting you to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
JAL offers direct Tokyo to Seattle plane tickets from NRT. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination in one go.
Split up your Tokyo to Seattle flight with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Narita International Airport and Seattle are:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
NRT is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. It'll take 1 hour or so to reach the airport driving from the city centre.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your flight from Tokyo to Seattle? Check in to a hotel near Narita International Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 70%.
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to SEA if you have a late flight from Tokyo to Seattle. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Seattle and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
After your flight from Tokyo to Seattle has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is approximately 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 25 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to lay your head close to LKE. Settle in and get cosy after your Tokyo to Seattle flight at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Tokyo to Seattle. July is the busiest month to travel to Seattle. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Before locking in your Tokyo to Seattle tickets, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Seattle, take your pick from prime hotels that put you close to the action. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seattle:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Greyhound: Bus Station, LMN Architects and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are highlights which should be on any good Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Seattle is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Spokane is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without experiencing Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.