Flying from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is 13 hours ahead of Greenville, where Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport is located. Tokyo observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your GSP to Tokyo flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flight tickets from GSP to Tokyo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
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Central Greenville to GSP is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Have an early flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to GSP:
79.7% of flights departing from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport make it to their destination on time.
GSP's address is 2000 GPS Drive, Suite 1.
How to find the cheapest flights from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) to Tokyo
$1,075 is currently the best price for a one-way Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return flight ticket starts at $1,343. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from GSP to Tokyo, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Tokyo is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest fares across every month and score a sweet deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from GSP to Tokyo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to the centre of Tokyo takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 16 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near HND:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from GSP to Tokyo.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is around 64 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
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 GSP to Tokyo flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare rates and availability from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater 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
Plan your trip to Tokyo in high season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Tokyo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Tokyo flight ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from GSP to Tokyo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
After booking your flight from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Tokyo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top sights which should be on any good Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another essential stop in Japan. Start your sightseeing at Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.