Travelling from Tokyo to Seattle: what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Tokyo. Explore your options departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT) when planning your flight from Tokyo to Seattle.
When it comes to working out where to arrive in Seattle, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the chief entry points.
The average time for a direct Tokyo to Seattle flight is 9 hours.
Seattle's timezone is UTC-7, making Seattle 16 hours behind Tokyo.
With 14 flights a week between the two airports, Haneda Airport (HND) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Tokyo to Seattle with Delta Air Lines at 16:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from HND to SEA is with ANA at 21:15.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your Tokyo to Seattle flight.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Seattle
At the moment, 322 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Seattle. The cheapest price for a return flight is 628 €. 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.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from Tokyo to Seattle by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Flying from Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
You can get a direct flight from Tokyo to Seattle leaving from Haneda Airport (HND). Start your trip at HND and end it at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Keep an eye out for deals with Delta Air Lines. This carrier offers direct Tokyo to Seattle plane tickets out of HND.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Tokyo to Seattle flights departing from Haneda Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
To reach HND from central Tokyo, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Tokyo to Seattle? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Haneda Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Haneda Airport, data shows 73.52% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
You can catch a nonstop flight from Tokyo to Seattle out of Narita International Airport (NRT). Start your travels at NRT and disembark at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
From NRT, you can book a direct Tokyo to Seattle plane ticket with JAL.
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your Tokyo to Seattle flight, check out these options when departing from Narita International Airport:
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
NRT is roughly 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. It'll take you 1 hour or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Tokyo to Seattle? Relax in a hotel near Narita International Airport before your break officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
70.53% of all departures from Narita International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
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) to central Seattle takes around 20 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Tokyo to Seattle, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near SEA:
Explore without limits with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and chase adventure across Seattle and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week before your travel date.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
After your flight from Tokyo to Seattle has hit the runway, 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're catching public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel close to LKE. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from Tokyo to Seattle:
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 (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Tokyo to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Seattle right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Seattle:
Greyhound: Bus Station and LMN Architects are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Seattle itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
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.