Flying from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Sendai (the location of Sendai Airport) and Tokyo are in the same timezone — UTC+9.
For a relaxed start to your SDJ to Tokyo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
To reach SDJ from central Sendai, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel near SDJ? If you've booked an early flight from Sendai Airport to Tokyo, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
83.78% of flights departing from Sendai Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SDJ.
You'll find SDJ at 28 Konuma, Shimomasuda, Natori.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sendai Airport (SDJ) to Tokyo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sendai Airport to Tokyo flight is $202. The cheapest price for a return flight is $405. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from SDJ to Tokyo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Sendai Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Haneda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and discover more of Tokyo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SDJ to Tokyo.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
After your flight from Sendai Airport to Tokyo has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).
Following your SDJ to Tokyo flight, unwind at a hotel near NRT. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a Narita International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and be off and running.
Snap up the best price by booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Travel to Tokyo during peak season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Sendai Airport to Tokyo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Sendai Airport to Tokyo flight ticket with a departure in August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 29ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 15ºC and 20ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SDJ to Tokyo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Sendai Airport to Tokyo, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Tokyo Tower are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Tokyo must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Journey around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its popular sights. From Osaka Castle to Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Nagoya is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple.